Detroit Lions see another assistant leave their coaching staff, as Aaron Glenn's New York Jets will name Tanner Engstrand offensive coordinator.
Dec 24, 2023; East Rutherford, New Jersey, USA; New York Jets linebacker Jermaine Johnson (11) celebrates his blocked punt with linebacker Chazz Surratt (55) and wide receiver Irvin Charles (19) during the first quarter against the Washington Commanders at MetLife Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Vincent Carchietta-USA TODAY Sports
Engstrand joins former Lions defensive coordinator Aaron Glenn in leaving Detroit for the Jets, and joins Glenn's new staff in New York. Former Lions tight ends coach Steve Heiden also left to become the Jets' offensive line coach. This will be the first time Engstrand serves as an offensive coordinator in the NFL.
As expected, the Jets’ next offensive coordinator will be Tanner Engstrand. New York’s hire on this front is being finalized.
New York hired former Lions passing game coordinator Tanner Engstrand to be their offensive coordinator and play-caller. Engstrand had been with Glenn in Detroit over the last three seasons and was instrumental in helping fix the Lions' offense.
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Oct 27, 2024; Foxborough, Massachusetts, USA; New England Patriots quarterback Drake Maye (10) is tackled by New York Jets linebacker Jamien Sherwood (44) during the first half at Gillette Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Brian Fluharty-Imagn Images
If Aaron Rodgers plays for the New York Jets in 2025, his new offensive coordinator will be Lions passing game coordinator Tanner Engstrand.