"When New York Jets defensive coordinator Steve Wilks was hired last offseason, he told reporters the defense would be a "collaboration of both of our schemes" -- referring to himself and coach Aaron Glenn. Let's fast-forward to Sunday at EverBank Stadium, where the Jets played their worst defensive games in years. They watched helplessly as Trevor Lawrence delivered one of the best quarterback performances in history -- five passing touchdowns and one rushing touchdown in the Jacksonville Jaguars' 48-20 victory."
"Glenn was asked if he's planning to take over playcalling; his answer spoke volumes. "I know that question is going to be asked," said Glenn, showing better anticipation than his defensive backs. "Listen, I brought Wilks in for a reason, and, listen, I want him to run his system. We have three games left. Three games left for our guys to go out there and play.""
Steve Wilks was hired as defensive coordinator with an emphasis on a collaborative scheme alongside Aaron Glenn. The Jets endured a historically poor defensive outing at EverBank Stadium, where Trevor Lawrence threw five touchdowns and rushed for another in a 48-20 loss. Recent regression over the past two weeks intensified scrutiny of the defensive staff. When asked about taking over playcalling, Aaron Glenn publicly stated he brought Wilks in for a reason and wants Wilks to run his system, noting three games remain for players to perform. Glenn framed his response as empowering his coordinators rather than undermining them.
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