New York Jets defensive coordinator Aaron Glenn needs to emulate the bold strategic thinking of former Jets head coach Rex Ryan to give his team a chance against the Kansas City Chiefs and Patrick Mahomes, according to one analyst.
Ryan, who led the Jets to 50 wins, once employed a memorable strategy in a 2014 game against Peyton Manning and the Denver Broncos. Despite a significant talent disparity, Ryan devised a plan to counter Manning's passing prowess by dropping numerous players into coverage. This strategy aimed to force Manning to audible to running plays, a move that, while unlikely to guarantee a win, at least offered a slim possibility of success by limiting the Broncos' offensive options.
With the Jets facing an in-form Mahomes and the Chiefs offense, Glenn is advised to implement a similarly unconventional and aggressive game plan. The analyst suggests that Glenn must attempt something drastic to improve the Jets' prospects, particularly given their current 2-6 record and the formidable challenge posed by Kansas City.