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Aaron Glenn

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.

2002: Houston Texans and Pro Bowl Selection

Aaron Glenn was selected by the Houston Texans in the 2002 expansion draft and made the Pro Bowl.

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.

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