Overview
- SNY reports Martindale traveled to New York on Saturday for an in-person meeting at team facilities, marking his second interview with the Jets.
- Multiple outlets describe the 62-year-old as a leading candidate, with ESPN reporting Glenn has been in contact with him for weeks.
- The Jets recently dismissed seven assistants, including defensive line coach Eric Washington and linebackers coach Aaron Curry, as they prepare for a new coordinator.
- New York completed an initial round of virtual interviews with eight candidates, and Dolphins assistant Mathieu Araujo is off the board after being hired by the Jaguars.
- Martindale was not retained at Michigan and previously coordinated defenses for the Ravens, Giants, and Broncos, with analysts noting his blitz-heavy approach could boost a pass rush that produced 26 sacks in 2025, second-fewest in the NFL.