The New York Jets have made a significant addition to their coaching staff by hiring Steve Wilks as the new defensive coordinator, as announced by ESPN. Wilks, who previously served as the defensive coordinator for the San Francisco 49ers, was out of the league last season after a disappointing tenure that included a firing post-Super Bowl LVIII.

Jets head coach Aaron Glenn, who emphasized his aim to not call defensive plays to focus on head coaching responsibilities, believes Wilks' experience will be valuable. This move comes as the Jets look to maintain their strong defensive performance while facing potential roster changes as key players become free agents.