The New York Jets have appointed their former player Aaron Glenn as the side's new head coach. The 52-year-old, who has transformed the Detroit Lions' defence over the past four years as the team's defensive co-ordinator,

The Jets announced Wednesday that Aaron Glenn had been named the franchise's new head coach, bringing back their former first-round pick to lead the team in its next chapter.

The New York Jets have landed on a familiar face as their new head coach. According to various reports, Detroit Lions defensive coordinator Aaron Glenn has been tabbed. For some around New York, the 52-year-old is very familiar. He has strong ties to Gang Green in multiple ways.