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Aaron Glenn

Aaron Glenn is an American football coach and former cornerback. He is currently the head coach for the New York Jets of the NFL. Before joining the Jets, he served as the defensive coordinator for the Detroit Lions (2021-2024). Prior to his role with the Lions, he was the defensive backs coach for the New Orleans Saints (2016-2020) and an assistant coach for the Cleveland Browns (2014-2015).


1 day ago : Rodgers Slams Glenn, Details 'Shocking' End to Jets Career After Contentious Meeting.

Aaron Rodgers criticized Aaron Glenn for a contentious meeting that led to his abrupt departure from the Jets. Rodgers expressed being 'shocked' by the coach's actions during their final encounter, describing it as going 'rogue'.

July 16, 1972: Aaron Glenn Born

On July 16, 1972, Aaron Devone Glenn was born. He later became a professional football coach and former cornerback.

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1994: Marriage to Devaney Glenn

In 1994, Aaron Glenn married his college sweetheart, Devaney Glenn.

1996: Longest Interception Return

In 1996, Aaron Glenn set the team record for the longest interception return with a 100-yard touchdown against the Miami Dolphins.

2002: Reached NFL Pro Bowl

In 2002, Aaron Glenn and his teammate Gary Walker were the first Houston Texans players to reach the NFL Pro Bowl.

July 28, 2010: Signed One-Day Contract to Retire as a Texan

On July 28, 2010, after five seasons away from the Texans, Aaron Glenn signed a one-day contract so that he could retire as a Texan.

May 18, 2014: Named Assistant Defensive Backs Coach

On May 18, 2014, Aaron Glenn was named the assistant defensive backs coach for the Cleveland Browns.

January 13, 2016: Hired as Secondary Coach for the Saints

On January 13, 2016, Aaron Glenn was hired by the New Orleans Saints as their secondary coach.

January 23, 2021: Hired as Defensive Coordinator for the Lions

On January 23, 2021, Aaron Glenn was hired by the Detroit Lions as their defensive coordinator under head coach Dan Campbell.

February 24, 2023: Signed Multi-Year Contract Extension

On February 24, 2023, Aaron Glenn signed a multi-year contract extension with the Detroit Lions.

January 22, 2025: Hired as Head Coach of the New York Jets

On January 22, 2025, Aaron Glenn was hired as the head coach of the New York Jets.