Matt Nagy, Steve Spagnuolo could show Jets what they missed out on in coach search at Super Bowl 2025

NEW ORLEANS — The Jets can see what they missed out on in Sunday’s Super Bowl if the Chiefs play well. The Jets interviewed both Chiefs offensive coordinator Matt Nagy and defensive coordinator Steve Spagnuolo for their head-coach opening.They ultimately hired Aaron Glenn, and they have no regrets, but they’ll get to watch two of their candidates coach in the big game. “I was honored to talk with Woody [Johnson] and Mike Tannenbaum and Rick [Spielman] and all the guys in the interview,” Spagnuolo said.

“It’s different because it’s a Zoom interview.It’s kind of hard.

I’m a relational guy.I like to be around, but I was very honored to have them ask and talk to them.

It didn’t work out.I’m happy for Aaron Glenn.

I think he’ll do a terrific job.But I really respect the people there.” Nagy grew up in New Jersey and this would have been a homecoming for him. “It was a great opportunity,” Nagy said.

“I was very appreciative of it.It is close to family there in New Jersey.

It’s one of those deals where you get your name back in the mix and get back into that experience.I’m very appreciative of the Jets for that.” Nagy and Spagnuolo have been head coaches before.

Nagy led the Bears from 2018-21 and went 34-31 with two playoff appearances.Spagnuolo was the Rams coach from 2009-11 and went a dismal 10-38. Both men said they hope to get another shot at a head-coaching gig.

There was a thought the Jets might go with an experienced coach this time, but Glenn is a first-time head coach.  Sign up for Inside the Jets by Brian Costello, a weekly Sports+ exclusive.Please provide a valid email address.

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