Brian Flores, 43, is maybe the most fascinating candidate interviewed so far. He has previous head coaching experience after his three-year stint with the Dolphins (2019-21).

The Jets have completed an interview with Brian Flores for the Green & White's head coach position.

Saleh is scheduled to interview with the Jaguars and Raiders for their head-coaching vacancies. He met with the 49ers on Thursday for their defensive coordinator position. Saleh held that job for four years before the Jets hired him as head coach in 2021.

The New York Jets interviewed Minnesota Vikings defensive coordinator Brian Flores for their head coach vacancy

The Jets have completed an interview with Jeff Hafley for their head coach position. Hafley, a New Jersey native, was hired as the Green Bay Packers' defensive coordinator last January. In the 2024-25 regular season, the 'Pack finished No. 3 in rush yards/play (3.96), No. 4 in takeaways (31) and No. 5 overall (314.5 yds/g).

The Packers defense improved greatly under Jeff Hafley as the year went on, despite playing mostly without Pro Bowl cornerback Jaire Alexander.

The New York Jets interviewed Pittsburgh Steelers offensive coordinator Arthur Smith and Houston Texans offensive coordinator Bobby Slowik for their head coach position Thursday. The meetings with Smith and Slowik gave the Jets 12 known candidates with whom they've spoken about their vacancy.

Bobby Slowik had a busy day. The Houston Texans' offensive coordinator interviewed with the New York Jets for their open head coaching position Thursday, the team announced. The interview took place virtually as he simultaneously prepares for the Texans' playoff game against the Kansas City Chiefs on Saturday.