The Jets are set to interview Wink Martindale for their defensive coordinator position, with Martindale being a top contender. Other candidates interviewed include Ephraim Banda, DeMarcus Covington, Jim Leonhard, Chris Harris, Jim O’Neil, Daronte Jones, and Mathieu Araujo. Martindale, 62, has an extensive coaching background, having served as defensive coordinator for the Ravens and Giants before his recent role at Michigan. In 2023, the Giants’ defense ranked poorly, emphasizing the need for improvement in the Jets’ defense.
