Sources: Jets to revamp offensive staff

[ThomasTomasz]

After losing three straight to finish 8-8 and miss the playoffs, the New York Jets will revamp their offensive coaching staff, despite an organizational philosophy of stability, sources told ESPN senior NFL analyst Chris Mortensen.

While line coach Bill Callahan does not have a contract beyond this season, the drama will center around offensive coordinator Brian Schottenheimer, who this year signed a two-year, $3.2 million extension through 2013.

As coach Rex Ryan said last week, Scottenheimer may get a head coaching job, but if he doesn't, sources say the Jets will strongly consider Norv Turner and Josh McDaniels to replace him as coordinator if either is available.

If Schottenheimer doesn't land a head coaching job, the Jets would not necessarily fire him. They traditionally structure assistant coaches' contracts to allow the team to reassign duties.

Thus, Schottenheimer could face a demotion, but it would hinge on the team's ability to hire a capable replacement, such as Turner or McDaniels.

An option to replace Schottenheimer is Callahan, but that may not be a done deal. The Jets tried to sign Callahan to an extension, even recently, but he decided to keep his options open -- and now he could have leverage.

Former Dolphins coach Tony Sparano also could be in the mix as a replacement for Callahan, but Sparano has been linked to several top assistant jobs.

Schottenheimer insisted Thursday he's not worried about his job security and he doesn't think the final game will have any bearing on whether he returns as the offensive coordinator.

"I'm an excellent football coach," an upbeat Schottenheimer said. "Have we been inconsistent this year? Absolutely. I wish I could put a finger on it and say exactly what it was. There are things, clearly, I can do better. There are things, clearly, the unit can do better, but you don't have time to worry about it."

The Jets' offense has bottomed out the last two weeks, producing only 33 points in 31 possessions in losses to the Philadelphia Eagles and New York Giants. Schottenheimer was heavily criticized for his play calling in the Christmas Eve loss to the Giants, as quarterback Mark Sanchez attempted a career-high 59 passes.

"We lost the game, but Santa still came," said Schottenheimer, defending his play calling.

Publicly, Ryan has expressed lukewarm confidence in Schottenheimer, dodging questions about the future. Schottenheimer said he hasn't received any indication from the team about his future.

"I hate that people are pointing at Schotty and pointing at Mark," Ryan said. "It should be on my shoulders."

Schottenheimer, the son of former longtime coach Marty Schottenheimer, has been around football his entire life and he knows it's a cutthroat business. He saw his father get fired after a 14-2 season with the San Diego Chargers.

"This isn't the first time a Schottenheimer has been criticized," Ryan said. "I'm sure his dad was at some point. Those things happen.

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[Youk]

Please, for the live of god, don't bring in a coordinator just for the name. Sanchez is not capable of leading a pass-heavy offense. Unless you bring in a guy who swears to change him, you gotta bring in a coordinator who will run. talk around town is that Ryan wanted to keep running the ball, while schottenheimer wanted to pass more. Have to have full agreement there.

 

[EmpireWF]

lol @ not wanting to can Schottenheimer.

Who in their right mind would hire him as a head coach anyway?

Norv Turner would bring a ton of expectations for that offense next year. Same with McDaniels.

 

[Woy]

lol @ not wanting to can Schottenheimer.

Who in their right mind would hire him as a head coach anyway?

Funny you should mention that:

http://twitter.com/#!/TheJetsStream/status/153910943754096640

:rofl:

 

[Youk]

Maybe bring in a guy, whether it is a coordinator or qb coach, to try to help Sanchez out. Doesn't work, dump Sanchez.

 

[EmpireWF]

Funny you should mention that:

http://twitter.com/#!/TheJetsStream/status/153910943754096640

:rofl:

:jonesy:

 

[Youk]

Funny you should mention that:

http://twitter.com/#!/TheJetsStream/status/153910943754096640

:rofl:

DO IT JAGUARS, PLEASE

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[Youk]

Press conference at 3pm with Ryan and Mike T, about coaching changes.

 

[nflman2033]

I was just telling someone the other day I thought Schottenheimer was a terrible OC.

 

[Chrispy]

If Schottenheimer doesn't get a head coaching job, fire him. Get rid of Holmes. Draft a QB in like the second or Third round to have a competition with Sanchez, he needs something. Get back to being a running team.

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[Rudi]

The Jets. :lol:

 

[Youk]

The Jets. :lol:

That's some great insight, tell us more.

 

[Rudi]

I don't have anything to add, just the whole organization, mainly Rex Ryan and Mark Sanchez make me :lol:

 

[Diivox]

I don't have anything to add, just the whole organization, mainly Rex Ryan and Mark Sanchez make me :lol:

Ryan brothers = suck.

just as overrated as their pops was. decent assistants, but blowhards that get by on the name that shouldnt be taken seriously.

 

[EmpireWF]

Ryan brothers = suck.

just as overrated as their pops was. decent assistants, but blowhards that get by on the name that shouldnt be taken seriously.

Even when Ryan went to back-to-back championship games?

 

[KINGOFOOTBALL]

They had serious injuries along the offensive front , no RB that scares anyone and atrocious playcalling. This goes along with a drop in talent from last year to this.

There needs to be significant philosophical change and personnel. The front 7 on D and the WR/Backfield situation needs to be addressed.

No Sanchez isnt going to be good in a 60 pass game offense but anyone doubting his ability to win games , and be clutch is clueless..anyone doubting Ryan after the previous two years is also blind.

Jets need some tweaking. NY media is full of retards. These idiots wanted Eli out of town and were always bashing him until he won the SB. Like I said about Eli Ill say know about Sanchez. Hes fine and a pretty good QB one you can win a SB with. Make the system fit his style and you'll continue to have success.

 

[jeffx]

I can't figure out why the Jets decided to go pass-happy. That's not Sanchez's strength. Why is Rex afraid to read the riot act to his OC? Buddy would have punched Schotty out.

Sanchez isn't the main problem. Jets need to revamp the o-line, get a stud RB, a safety and a pass rusher. They haven't had one since Abraham. Rex has to be more of a take-change coach.

 

[Pills]

I can't figure out why the Jets decided to go pass-happy. That's not Sanchez's strength. Why is Rex afraid to read the riot act to his OC? Buddy would have punched Schotty out.

Sanchez isn't the main problem. Jets need to revamp the o-line, get a stud RB, a safety and a pass rusher. They haven't had one since Abraham. Rex has to be more of a take-change coach.

Too many questions with Shonn Greene carrying the load, and LDT obviously isn't an every down back anymore. Odd, though, as they have a good O-line.

The difference between Eli and Sanchez is that Eli stepped up after a few years, and Sanchez just hasn't.

Going to be interesting to see what both NY teams do in the draft as far as RB goes.

 

[ThomasTomasz]

This is a team that could have used Mark Ingram this past season. Greene is not a guy who can shoulder the load right now, and they don't have the depth that other teams have to keep rotating fresh legs.

This is really a team that needs to look at getting a back who can run 20-plus times a game, and is strong in between the tackles. Have Greene as a change of pace option, and possibly bring back LT as a third down back if he wants to return. This is a team that has to dedicate themselves to the run if they want to win with Sanchez.

And if the Santonio Holmes stories are true, get what you can for him. That kind of attitude isn't needed at all.

 

[Leftwich]

If the Jags sign Brian Schottenheimer i will give up all hope for the next 5 years with this fucking team.