The New York Jets agreed to terms with Steve Wilks to be their defensive coordinator, a person familiar with the situation told The Associated Press on Wednesday. Wilks is the first coordinator hired by new head coach Aaron Glenn,

The New York Jets have agreed to bring on former NFL head coach Steve Wilks as the team’s defensive coordinator under coach Aaron Glenn, according to a league source.

Multiple reports, including one from NFL Network insider Tom Pelissero, confirmed the Jets are hiring former Arizona Cardinals' head coach Steve Wilks to fill the defensive coordinator role. Wilks will also hold defensive play-calling responsibilities as part of head coach Aaron Glenn's plan.