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1. backgroundSep 27

   Jets visit Lions for Week 3 matchup at Ford Field — Aaron Glenn returns to Detroit as head coach of the Jets to face the Lions and Dan Campbell for the first time since becoming a head coach.

2. 4 Sep 23 2:09 PM

   Dan Campbell frames the matchup as a strategic chess match with expected wrinkles

   Campbell explains that while both teams know each other's tendencies from Glenn's time in Detroit, he expects Glenn to introduce new schemes and looks they haven't put on film yet, including new front looks, pressures, and third-down packages.

   “There's things that he knows we want to hang our hat on. And (there's) things that I know that he wants to hang his hat on. But then there'll be these other things…there'll be these wrinkles that get thrown in.”

   1. 7 outlets Jets head coach Aaron Glenn looks forward to a game-day reunion vs. Lions

      first by Yahoo Sports, 5d ago · also FOX 2 Detroit, ESPN NFL, ESPN, Sports Illustrated, Sporting News, New York Jets

      5 more headlines

      • Jets coach Aaron Glenn brings familiarity against Lions Sunday FOX 2 Detroit · 3d ago
      • Why Jets coach Aaron Glenn and Lions coach Dan Campbell will share a bond forever ESPN NFL · 2d ago
      • Dan Campbell Can't Stop Gushing Over Aaron Glenn, Jets Sports Illustrated · 1d ago
      • Dan Campbell sends clear message to Aaron Glenn after Lions' win over Jets Yahoo Sports · 1d ago
      • Jets HC Aaron Glenn After Loss to Lions: ‘We’re Right There’ New York Jets · 1d ago
   2. 1 outlet Lions gearing up for chess match vs. familiar Aaron Glenn-led defense

      first by Yahoo Sports, 5d ago

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     The unshakable bond between Jets HC Aaron Glenn and Lions HC Dan Campbell, via @ RichCimini and @ E_Woodyard@twitter.com : https://www. espn.com/nfl/story/_/id/500215 04/new-york-jets-detroit-lions-dan-campbell-aaron-glenn-coaches-bond

     AdamSchefter@sportsbots.xyzMastodon2d agoview on Mastodon ↗
3. 3 Sep 23 11:44 AM

   Lions prepare defensive adjustments after Buffalo loss; Glenn's influence noted

   The Lions lost to Buffalo 41-0 with significant defensive breakdowns. Defensive end Aidan Hutchinson expects changes. Scottie Montgomery notes the Jets' defensive coordinator Brian Duker (who worked with Glenn in Detroit) is adding evolution to Glenn's scheme, including more two-shell coverage and man-to-man coverage on third down.

   “There's a lot that we know, but there is evolution on both sides. So, now we're in a situation to where we've got to deal with a little bit of what we know, and then the unknown.”

   1. 2 outlets Aaron Glenn returns to Detroit as Jets visit Lions

      first by CBS Sports, 4d ago · also NY Post

      1 more headline

      • Aaron Glenn’s Detroit return comes with an important Jets mission NY Post · 2d ago
   2. 1 outlet Lions vs Jets: Detroit Has No Excuse Not to Bounce Back

      first by Yahoo Sports, 5d ago

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5. 1 Sep 21

   Betting line swings sharply in Lions' favor after Jets' early performance

   Despite the loss to Green Bay, the Jets move from +9.5 underdogs to +6.5 underdogs against the Lions, reflecting strong early defensive returns. The Lions open as 6.5-point favorites.

   1. 1 outlet Jets-Lions line swings big for Aaron Glenn’s return to Detroit

      first by NY Post, 7d ago

6. 2 Sep 21

   Jets lose to Packers in overtime on Glenn's game-management decision

   The Jets blow a 10-point fourth-quarter lead against Green Bay and lose 20-17 in overtime. Glenn faces criticism for not calling a timeout late in the game, allowing the Packers to set up their winning drive.

   “I want to go back and really look at it, to be honest with you. But, I think they were in a situation where they were trying a no brainer…At that point, I didn't want to put ourselves in a position where we want to take a timeout.”

   1. 1 outlet Detroit Lions Are Betting Favorites Against New York Jets

      first by Sports Illustrated, 7d ago

7. backgroundJan 1, 2025

   Aaron Glenn named New York Jets head coach — Glenn leaves Detroit to become the head coach of the New York Jets, ending his tenure as the Lions' defensive coordinator.

8. backgroundJan 1, 2024

   Lions defense ranks seventh in points allowed under Glenn — Glenn's final season coordinating Detroit's defense sees the unit rank seventh in points allowed (20.1), helping the Lions win a franchise-record 15 games before losing in the playoff divisional round.

9. backgroundJan 1, 2021

   Dan Campbell hires Aaron Glenn as Lions defensive coordinator — Campbell, newly hired as Lions head coach, brings Glenn from the New Orleans Saints to lead Detroit's defense. They had previously worked together on the Saints coaching staff from 2016-2020.