Why was Tanner Engstrand replaced as the Jets' offensive coordinator?

The Jets had a poor 3-14 season, finishing last in passing yards (140.3 per game), 29th in total yards per game (263.6), and points per game (17.6).

What is Frank Reich's head coaching record in the NFL?

Reich had a 40-33-1 record with the Indianapolis Colts (2018-2022, two playoff appearances) and 1-10 with the Carolina Panthers in 2023.

What notable achievements does Frank Reich have as an offensive coordinator?

Reich was the offensive coordinator for the Philadelphia Eagles in 2016-17, helping them win Super Bowl LII.

What is the current quarterback situation for the New York Jets?

Justin Fields was benched after nine starts, with only Fields and Brady Cook under contract; the team plans to pursue a veteran in free agency and target a passer in the 2026 NFL Draft.

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New York Jets Hire Frank Reich As Offensive Coordinator

Frank Reich, 64, will replace Tanner Engstrand as the New York Jets' offensive coordinator, the team announced Wednesday.

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The New York Jets announced Wednesday that they hired Frank Reich, 64, as their offensive coordinator, replacing Tanner Engstrand, the team said.

The move follows a 3-14 season in which the Jets finished last in passing yards (140.3) and 29th in total yards per game (263.6) and points per game (17.6), team statistics show.

Head coach Aaron Glenn praised Reich's experience in a statement issued by the Jets, saying, "Frank has a rare combination of experience, creativity, and calm under pressure," the statement said.

Frank Reich compiled a 40-33-1 record with the Indianapolis Colts and led two playoff teams, went 1-10 as the Carolina Panthers in 2023, and was 4-8 as Stanford's interim coach last season, NFL and college records show.

The Jets are expected to pursue a veteran quarterback in free agency and target a passer in the 2026 NFL Draft, with Justin Fields benched after nine starts and only Fields and Brady Cook under contract, reporting shows.

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: The Jets had a poor 3-14 season, finishing last in passing yards (140.3 per game), 29th in total yards per game (263.6), and points per game (17.6).
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Pro Football History.com
: Reich had a 40-33-1 record with the Indianapolis Colts (2018-2022, two playoff appearances) and 1-10 with the Carolina Panthers in 2023.
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StatMuse
: Reich was the offensive coordinator for the Philadelphia Eagles in 2016-17, helping them win Super Bowl LII.
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: Justin Fields was benched after nine starts, with only Fields and Brady Cook under contract; the team plans to pursue a veteran in free agency and target a passer in the 2026 NFL Draft.
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Stanford Cardinal Official Athletics Website