The New York Jets have hired former Detroit Lions assistant Seth Ryan as their new passing game coordinator, per Rich Cimini of ESPN.
Seth Ryan, who is the son of former Jets head coach Rex Ryan, returns to the organization where his father famously coached from 2009 to 2014. Ryan spent the last several seasons as an assistant wide receivers coach for the Detroit Lions, contributing to an offensive staff that developed one of the NFL’s most explosive and productive passing attacks in recent years.
The addition of Ryan is a central component of the Jets' efforts to reshape their offensive coaching staff ahead of the 2026 season. By bringing in a coach with recent experience in high-performing systems, the organization aims to revitalize an aerial attack that has lacked consistency. According to Rich Cimini, the move highlights a return to the Ryan family ties that have historically defined significant eras of the franchise.
Additional staff announcements are expected as the team continues its offseason evaluations and fills remaining vacancies. Ryan will be tasked with integrating new concepts into the passing scheme as the Jets look to improve their standing in the AFC East. This hire marks a significant promotion for Ryan as he takes on a larger role in offensive play design.
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