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Jets Hire Tanner Engstrand to Lead Fast, Physical Offense

Drawing on past mentors’ influence, Engstrand aims to forge a high-octane scheme built around dual-threat quarterback Justin Fields.

Tanner Engstrand, offensive coordinator for the New York Jets, talk to reporters before an NFL football practice in Florham Park, N.J., Thursday, May 29, 2025. (AP Photo/Seth Wenig)
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Overview

  • Engstrand arrives after three years as Detroit’s passing game coordinator and coordinator stints at San Diego and in the XFL, marking his first NFL play-calling role.
  • He outlined a fast, physical, aggressive and explosive approach he expects to show up on game tape each week.
  • The first-time NFL OC said he is “100% confident” and credited mentors Ben Johnson, Dan Campbell, Pep Hamilton and Jim Harbaugh for shaping his offensive philosophy.
  • He plans to leverage Justin Fields’ running and passing abilities to stress defenses with a multi-dimensional attack.
  • Engstrand highlighted Breece Hall and Garrett Wilson as key weapons and said head coach Aaron Glenn has granted him freedom to tailor the offense around his personnel.