In a stunning turn of events, the New York Jets made the decision to fire their head coach, Robert Saleh, on Tuesday morning. The news sent shockwaves through the football world, leaving many wondering what led to such a swift and unexpected change.
Just a day after his dismissal, Saleh broke his silence and shared his thoughts on the situation. In a statement issued to PFT, Saleh expressed gratitude towards the organization that had been his home for a short period of time.
“To the Jets organization, I am grateful to have had the opportunity to work with so many incredible people,” Saleh said. “I will always be appreciative of the love and support from everyone at 1 Jets Drive.”
The former head coach went on to address his players, acknowledging their efforts and commitment throughout his tenure. “To all of the players, I truly love and appreciate every single one of you. The character of the men in the locker room made coaching you guys the ultimate privilege. Through all the ups and downs, each and every one of you showed up everyday and attacked every moment.”
Saleh also expressed his gratitude towards his coaching staff, recognizing their dedication and sacrifices. “To my fellow coaches and staff, it has been an honor to work with all of you. Every one of you were ‘all in’ and made sacrifices for one another that will never be forgotten. I wish you all the very best of luck for the remainder of the season.”
Addressing the passionate fan base of the Jets, Saleh thanked them for embracing his family during their time in New York. “To the most passionate fan base in the NFL, thank you for embracing my family. It has been a pleasure calling New York our home and we will forever appreciate all of the memories that were created here.”
Saleh concluded his statement with a message of “love and regard,” before adding his trademark mantra, “All gas no brakes!!!”
Despite his abrupt departure, Saleh’s contract with the Jets runs through 2025, indicating that he will be compensated for the remainder of his deal. Reports suggest that he has no intention of joining another team during the current season, but speculation is already brewing about his future in the league.
With Saleh’s proven track record as a defensive coordinator, it will be interesting to see if he lands a similar role with another team in the upcoming seasons. Perhaps his success with the Jets will earn him another shot at a head coaching position, as evidenced by the career resurgence of former Jets head coach Todd Bowles in Tampa.
As the football world waits to see what the future holds for Robert Saleh, one thing is for certain: his impact on the Jets organization and its players will not be forgotten anytime soon.
