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As it stands, the Jets are classified as a “dumpster fire” in the league, struggling with ownership issues and an inconsistent roster. Rumors about Woody Johnson’s detachment from the NFL and the chaotic leadership of the franchise only amplify the concern that bringing back Ryan could simply keep the status quo of mediocrity alive. Would hiring Ryan be more than just a sentimental move?
If the Jets fail to attract genuine coaching talent, might Ryan be the “least bad option”? The sentiment that he could at least provide some defense enhancements exists, but at what long-term cost? Choosing Ryan might merely represent a return to the familiar, albeit flawed, cycle of past coaching failures without addressing the core issues.