According to SNY's Connor Hughes, “multiple NFL sources believe [Vrabel] is the coach the Jets covet the most.”
The Jets have already taken steps to lay the groundwork for his potential hire, including interviewing former Titans general manager Jon Robinson. Robinson and Vrabel spent four seasons together in Tennessee, overseeing four straight winning campaigns, three playoff appearances, and a pair of postseason victories.
Their proven history of success could provide the Jets with a much-needed foundation to stabilize a franchise that has struggled for years.
Some very spicy stuff! @Connor_J_Hughes said the #Jets have already ‘put out their feelers to gauge interest’ if Mike Vrabel would be interested in their head coaching vacancy. 👀
— Paul Andrew Esden Jr (@BoyGreen25) December 17, 2024
‘He is somebody that from my understanding is atop the Jets wishlist & it would not surprise me… pic.twitter.com/oroI5LnlEI
Vrabel’s coaching record speaks for itself. In six seasons with the Titans, he led the team to a 55-45 record, building a reputation for consistent competitiveness and strong player development.
Even after a challenging final stretch in Tennessee, Vrabel remains one of the most respected coaches in the league. NFL insider Albert Breer suggested that Vrabel would want the freedom to help shape the program, which could include bringing in familiar faces like Ryan Cowden for the GM role or adding Josh McDaniels to his staff.
ESPN's Rich Cimini also reported that Vrabel is open to the Jets job depending on their general manager hire, fueling speculation that the Jets may involve him in that decision-making process.
Multiple NFL sources believe that Mike Vrabel is the top coaching candidate for the #Jets, per @Connor_J_Hughes
— Dov Kleiman (@NFL_DovKleiman) December 17, 2024
Vrabel is the coaching candidate that "the Jets covet the most." pic.twitter.com/bJKgnH6rP6
A key decision for Vrabel—and any incoming head coach—will be the quarterback situation. The Jets must determine whether to commit to 41-year-old Aaron Rodgers for another season after his 3,255-yard, 23-touchdown campaign, or explore younger options.
With Jon Robinson potentially in play for the GM role and Vrabel emerging as the clear favorite for head coach, the Jets seem determined to land their ideal candidate.
Hughes noted, “It would not surprise me at all if the Jets went to Vrabel and said, ‘Look, we’ll hire you and keep you involved in the GM search.’”
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