Robert Aaron DeWayne Glenn is a prominent figure in American football, currently serving as the head coach for the New York Jets. His extensive NFL career includes roles as defensive coordinator for the Detroit Lions (2021-2024), defensive backs coach for the New Orleans Saints (2016-2020), and assistant coach for the Cleveland Browns (2014-2015). Before transitioning to coaching, Glenn had a successful playing career as a cornerback, further solidifying his expertise and influence in the sport.
Aaron Glenn was born on July 16, 1972.
Aaron Glenn initially committed to play college football for Purdue in 1990.
Aaron Glenn transferred to Texas A&M in 1992 and was named Southwest Conference Newcomer of the Year.
In 1993, Aaron Glenn received All-American honors and led the nation in punt return average.
Aaron Glenn married his college sweetheart, Devaney Glenn, in 1994.
The New York Jets drafted Aaron Glenn in the first round of the 1994 NFL draft.
Aaron Glenn set a Jets record with a 100-yard interception return touchdown in 1996.
Aaron Glenn was inducted into the Texas A&M Sports Hall of Fame in 2000.
Aaron Glenn played 12 games in 2001, missing some due to a knee injury. He recorded 39 tackles and 12 pass deflections.
Aaron Glenn's first eight-season stint with the New York Jets ended in 2001.
Aaron Glenn's younger brother, Jason Glenn, began his NFL career in 2001.
Injuries limited Aaron Glenn's playing time in the 2003 season.
Jason Glenn, Aaron Glenn's brother, retired from the NFL in 2006.
Aaron Glenn signed with the Jacksonville Jaguars on September 3, 2007.
Aaron Glenn signed with the New Orleans Saints on April 7, 2008.
Aaron Glenn signed a one-day contract with the Houston Texans on July 28, 2010, to retire with the team.
Aaron Glenn was hired as a personnel scout by the New York Jets in June 2012.
Aaron Glenn became the general manager of the Houston Stallions in 2012.
Aaron Glenn was named assistant defensive backs coach for the Cleveland Browns on May 18, 2014.
Aaron Glenn began working as an assistant coach for the Cleveland Browns in 2014.
Aaron Glenn finished his role as assistant coach with the Cleveland Browns in 2015.
The New Orleans Saints hired Aaron Glenn as their secondary coach on January 13, 2016.
Aaron Glenn started as the defensive backs coach for the New Orleans Saints in 2016.
In 2020, Aaron Glenn's time as defensive backs coach for the Saints concluded.
The Detroit Lions hired Aaron Glenn as their defensive coordinator on January 23, 2021.
In 2021, Aaron Glenn became the defensive coordinator for the Detroit Lions.
Aaron Glenn signed a contract extension with the Detroit Lions on February 24, 2023.
Aaron Glenn became the head coach of the New York Jets on January 22, 2025.