The Jets have zeroed their first finalist.
The team brings in defensive coordinator Robert Saleh for a second interview on Tuesday, according to the NFL Network. On Friday, the Jets spoke to Saleh. Now he will meet Jets Brass in person at Florham Park as the team refines his search.
The Jets are known to have interviewed nine candidates so far. They are now entering the next phase where they will bring in a few finalists for in-person meetings. They cannot conduct face-to-face interviews with anyone still in the playoffs: Offensive Coordinator Brian Daboll, Rams Defensive Coordinator Brandon Staley, Saints Secondary Coach Aaron Glenn, and Chiefs Offensive Coordinator Eric Bieniemy are all contenders. this weekend.
Saleh, 41, is a popular coach in this recruiting cycle. In addition to the Jets, he has also interviewed with the Lions, Jaguars, Falcons and Chargers. He is seen by some as a top contender in Detroit.