Jets rebuild defense under Aaron Glenn in need of time to develop
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 26, 2026, 12:45 PM
Last updated Jul 26, 2026
The New York Jets are undergoing a defensive overhaul under head coach Aaron Glenn following a disappointing 2025 season. General manager Darren Mougey has added veterans like Minkah Fitzpatrick and Demario Davis while drafting edge rusher David Bailey. Developing team chemistry and establishing roles will be key as the new unit prepares for training camp and the preseason. Glenn's coaching staff, including defensive coordinator Brian Duker, is expected to focus on building a cohesive defense that can improve after recording just four takeaways last season.
- •Jets finished the 2025 season with a 3-14 record.
- •They added key veterans, including Minkah Fitzpatrick and David Onyemata.
- •David Bailey is expected to make an impact as a rookie edge rusher.
- •Only four takeaways and no interceptions were recorded last season.
- •Training camp will be the initial opportunity to build defensive chemistry.
- 12:45 PMYahoo Sports — Aaron Glenn's rebuilt defense won't come together overnight
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