History of Aaron Glenn in Timeline
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.
July 16, 1972: Birth of Aaron Glenn
Aaron Glenn was born on July 16, 1972.
1990: Signing Letter of Intent with Purdue
Aaron Glenn initially committed to play college football for Purdue in 1990.
1992: Transfer to Texas A&M and SWC Newcomer of the Year
Aaron Glenn transferred to Texas A&M in 1992 and was named Southwest Conference Newcomer of the Year.
1993: Continued Play at Texas A&M
Aaron Glenn continued playing football for Texas A&M in 1993.
1993: All-American Honors and Leading Punt Returner
In 1993, Aaron Glenn received All-American honors and led the nation in punt return average.
1994: Marriage to Devaney Glenn
Aaron Glenn married his college sweetheart, Devaney Glenn, in 1994.
1994: Drafted by the New York Jets
The New York Jets drafted Aaron Glenn in the first round of the 1994 NFL draft.
1996: Record-Setting Interception Return
Aaron Glenn set a Jets record with a 100-yard interception return touchdown in 1996.
2000: Texas A&M Hall of Fame Induction
Aaron Glenn was inducted into the Texas A&M Sports Hall of Fame in 2000.
2001: Knee Injury and Season Statistics
Aaron Glenn played 12 games in 2001, missing some due to a knee injury. He recorded 39 tackles and 12 pass deflections.
2001: End of First Stint with the Jets
Aaron Glenn's first eight-season stint with the New York Jets ended in 2001.
2001: Start of Jason Glenn's NFL Career
Aaron Glenn's younger brother, Jason Glenn, began his NFL career in 2001.
2003: Injury Shortened Season
Injuries limited Aaron Glenn's playing time in the 2003 season.
April 26, 2005: Released by the Texans
The Houston Texans released Aaron Glenn on April 26, 2005.
2005: Signing with the Dallas Cowboys
Aaron Glenn signed with the Dallas Cowboys in 2005.
2006: End of Jason Glenn's NFL Career
Jason Glenn, Aaron Glenn's brother, retired from the NFL in 2006.
September 3, 2007: Signing with the Jacksonville Jaguars
Aaron Glenn signed with the Jacksonville Jaguars on September 3, 2007.
2007: Released by the Dallas Cowboys
The Dallas Cowboys released Aaron Glenn in 2007.
April 7, 2008: Signing with the New Orleans Saints
Aaron Glenn signed with the New Orleans Saints on April 7, 2008.
July 28, 2010: Retirement as a Texan
Aaron Glenn signed a one-day contract with the Houston Texans on July 28, 2010, to retire with the team.
June 2012: Personnel Scout for the New York Jets
Aaron Glenn was hired as a personnel scout by the New York Jets in June 2012.
2012: General Manager for the Houston Stallions
Aaron Glenn became the general manager of the Houston Stallions in 2012.
May 18, 2014: Assistant Defensive Backs Coach for the Browns
Aaron Glenn was named assistant defensive backs coach for the Cleveland Browns on May 18, 2014.
2014: Assistant Coach for the Cleveland Browns
Aaron Glenn began working as an assistant coach for the Cleveland Browns in 2014.
2015: End of Tenure with Cleveland Browns
Aaron Glenn finished his role as assistant coach with the Cleveland Browns in 2015.
January 13, 2016: Secondary Coach for the New Orleans Saints
The New Orleans Saints hired Aaron Glenn as their secondary coach on January 13, 2016.
2016: Defensive Backs Coach for the New Orleans Saints
Aaron Glenn started as the defensive backs coach for the New Orleans Saints in 2016.
2020: End of Tenure with New Orleans Saints
In 2020, Aaron Glenn's time as defensive backs coach for the Saints concluded.
January 23, 2021: Defensive Coordinator for the Detroit Lions
The Detroit Lions hired Aaron Glenn as their defensive coordinator on January 23, 2021.
2021: Defensive Coordinator for the Detroit Lions
In 2021, Aaron Glenn became the defensive coordinator for the Detroit Lions.
February 24, 2023: Contract Extension with the Lions
Aaron Glenn signed a contract extension with the Detroit Lions on February 24, 2023.
January 22, 2025: Head Coach of the New York Jets
Aaron Glenn became the head coach of the New York Jets on January 22, 2025.
