JETS IN CHAOS: Beloved Coach Sacked After Disastrous Start to Season

The New York Jets have fired head coach Robert Saleh after a dismal 2-3 start to the season, leaving fans stunned and wondering what’s next for the team. Saleh’s departure marks a historic first for owner Woody Johnson’s 25-year tenure – never before has he fired a coach mid-season.

Owner Woody Johnson made the announcement on Tuesday, citing unmet expectations and a need for change in leadership. “This morning, I informed Robert Saleh that he will no longer serve as the Head Coach of the Jets. I thanked him for his hard work these past three-and-a-half years and wished him and his family well moving forward.”

Defensive coordinator Jeff Ulbrich will take the reins as interim head coach for the remainder of the season, bringing a tough and respected approach to the team. Ulbrich has the respect of the coaches and players on this team and can get the most out of our talented team and attain the goals we established this offseason.

The Jets had high hopes for the 2024 season, but struggles on offense led to Saleh’s downfall, despite a strong defense. Quarterback Aaron Rodgers returned from an Achilles injury that had derailed his 2023 season after just four plays, but they have struggled on offense.

Saleh’s tenure was marked by strong defense and poor offense, largely due to the quarterback instability. In his first season, the Jets drafted Zach Wilson second overall, but he struggled mightily and eventually was benched and replaced last season by Rodgers, who tore his Achilles on the fourth snap of the season.

The Jets started six different quarterbacks in Saleh’s four seasons: Zach Wilson (33 games), Mike White (7), Rodgers (6), Joe Flacco (5), Trevor Siemian (3), and Tim Boyle (2). Saleh’s record was 20-36, with a .357 winning percentage – the worst in Jets franchise history among coaches with 40+ games.

Here are the coaches with the worst records in Jets franchise history:

– Robert Saleh: 20-36 (.357)
– Todd Bowles: 24-40 (.375)
– Bruce Coslet: 26-38 (.406)

Saleh becomes the third NFL coach to be fired after losing a game in London. The Raiders fired coach Dennis Allen in 2014 the day after they lost 38-14 to the Miami Dolphins at Wembley Stadium, while the Dolphins fired coach Joe Philbin in 2015 the day after they lost 27-14 to the Jets at Wembley.

The Jets will look to regroup under Ulbrich’s leadership and turn their season around. The future of the team remains uncertain, but change is underway in New York. With stats like 20-36 and a .357 winning percentage, it’s clear that Saleh’s tenure was marked by struggles on offense and quarterback instability – will Ulbrich be able to turn things around? Only time will tell!