Pressure builds on Glenn after rough start
The New York Jets head into the second half of the season with a 2-7 record as they prepare to play the Buffalo Bills. Head coach Aaron Glenn faces heavy scrutiny with a 5-21 career record, including zero wins in eight division games. Team owner Woody Johnson is unlikely to make a midseason change after a previous firing backfired, but Glenn needs strong results to keep his job.
The defense has struggled recently, allowing 127 points over the last four games. Glenn, who handles defensive play calling, faces a hard test against a Buffalo team averaging 32 points per game. Meanwhile, rookie defender David Bailey has been a bright spot with 7.5 sacks in his first eight games, matching historic marks set by hall of fame players.
Smith struggles inside opponent territory
Quarterback Geno Smith shows a massive performance gap depending on where he is on the field. In his own territory, Smith holds a 60.8 rating, but that number drops to 34.8 once the offense crosses midfield. This 26 point drop is the largest in the league among qualified passers.
Offensive coordinator Frank Reich noted that defenses bring tighter coverage and more pressure past midfield. Opponents increase man coverage from 28 percent to 45 percent, while pressure rates rise from 34 percent to 38 percent. The team also faces a choice on whether to give rookie quarterback Cade Klubnik a chance later in the year if losses continue.
New tactics and draft positioning
Special teams coordinator Chris Banjo tried a unique strategy recently by using fullback Andrew Beck for kickoffs instead of punter Austin McNamara. The move added an extra tackler to the coverage team, holding Kansas City to four returns under 29 yards. Retired coach Mike Westhoff expects more teams to try this approach under new kickoff rules.
Off the field, the Jets adjusted a trade with the Detroit Lions for safety Andre Cisco. New York will now receive a 2029 sixth round draft pick instead of a 2028 pick after Detroit raised concerns during the physical examination. The team also holds a six percent chance at securing the top overall draft pick.
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