TheNew York Jetsare evidently leaving no stone unturned as they look to revamp their coaching staff ahead of Aaron Glenn's second season with the team.
The Jets "reached out" to Jon Gruden about potentially joining Glenn's staff for the 2026 NFL season, according toThe Athletic's Zack Rosenblatt. However, Gruden "wasn't interested in the job."
It wasn't immediately clear what type of role the Jets had offered Gruden. That said, it's worth noting the team parted ways with offensive coordinator Tanner Engstrand on Jan. 27 after just one season.
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Week 1: Detroit Lions wide receiver Isaac TeSlaa (18)makes a catch for a touchdownagainst the Green Bay Packers during the fourth quarter at Lambeau Field. The play was originally ruled an incomplete pass, but the call was overturned. Despite TeSlaa's effort, the Packers won the game 27-13.
Gruden hasn't held an NFL coaching job since the 2021 season, when he resigned from his head coaching job with theLas Vegas Raidersafteremails he sent containing racist, homophobic and misogynistic remarksduring his time at ESPN were leaked to the media.
During the 2023 season, Gruden consulted in an unofficial capacity for theNew Orleans Saints, and has more recently taken on a role producing content for Barstool Sports.
Despite his absence, Gruden's name has been bandied about in the rumor mill over the years. NFL Media's Tom Pelissero mentionedteams had done "extensive homework"on the Super Bowl-winning coach prior to the 2025 NFL coaching cycle.
The Jets' reported curiosity indicates there is still interest in Gruden. But for now, the 62-year-old will remain out of the NFL.
Meanwhile, the Jets will turn their attention to another veteran coach to help organize their offense. New York is expected to hire Frank Reich to take over as the team's primary play-caller, according toSNY's Connor Hughes.
This article originally appeared on USA TODAY:Report: Jon Gruden not interested in joining Jets coaching staff
