The New York Jets are currently the only team in the National Football League that hasn’t secured a win this season. Despite the efforts praised by new head coach Aaron Glenn during practice sessions, and the team’s swift decisions to release two players following special teams mistakes, the Jets’ performance on the field hasn’t matched expectations.
In their last 17 games, which equals a full season, the Jets have a record of 3 wins and 14 losses. This has led to criticism, including a recent comment on social media from an unexpected source.
David Saleh, the brother of former Jets head coach Robert Saleh, posted on X, formerly known as Twitter, seemingly criticizing Jets owner Woody Johnson. Saleh’s post referred to a time last year when the Jets were 2-3 and competing for the top spot in their division. According to Saleh, Johnson said the team needed a “spark,” despite having what he considered the best roster in the team’s history. Saleh claims that since then, the Jets’ defense has declined, and their record has suffered, resulting in a 3-14 record.
Robert Saleh was fired by Johnson after the Jets lost a close game to the Denver Broncos. Shortly after Saleh’s departure, Joe Douglas, the general manager who assembled the roster that Johnson had praised, was also let go.
At the time of Saleh’s firing, Johnson stated that the team was among the most talented ever put together by the Jets. He expressed his belief that a change was necessary to inject new energy and positivity into the team, leading to more wins.
However, the Jets lost eight of their final eleven games that season. This season, their defense is allowing an average of 31.4 points per game, which is the second-worst record in the league.
Meanwhile, Robert Saleh has returned to the San Francisco 49ers, where he serves as their defensive coordinator. The 49ers are currently leading the NFC West division.
The situation highlights the challenges and pressures faced by NFL teams, where high expectations and the desire for success can lead to significant changes in leadership and team composition. The comments from David Saleh add another layer to the narrative, questioning the decisions made by the Jets’ ownership and their impact on the team’s performance.
