6 days ago · The Jets have hired Steve Wilks to be their defensive coordinator. As the 49ers defensive coordinator in 2023, Wilks led a unit that finished T1 in interceptions (22), No. 3 in scoring (17.5 pts/g) and rush defense (89.7 yds/g), and No. 5 in pass yards/play (5.86). He'll oversee take over the defensive play-calling in New York for first-year HC ...

Steven Bernard Wilks (born August 8, 1969) is an American football coach who is the defensive coordinator for the New York Jets of the National Football League (NFL).

Jan 30, 2025 · Jets head coach Aaron Glenn has added Steve Wilks to his staff as defensive coordinator. AP. Banjo, 34, had a 10-year playing career in the NFL and overlapped with Glenn with the Saints from 2016 ...

As the 49ers defensive coordinator in 2023, Wilks led a unit that finished T1 in interceptions (22), No. 3 in scoring (17.5 pts/g) and rush defense (89.7 yds/g), and No. 5 in pass yards/play (5.86). He'll oversee take over the defensive play-calling in New York for first-year HC Aaron Glenn.

Jan 29, 2025 · New York Jets rookie head coach Aaron Glenn has his defensive coordinator, and he's adding plenty of experience to his coaching staff. Steve Wilks has agreed to terms with the Jets to become their ...

Jan 30, 2025 · 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, who was formally introduced by the Jets on Monday along with new general manager Darren Mougey.

Jan 30, 2025 · 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.. The 55-year-old brings ...

Steve Wilks, who ran the Niners' defense in 2023 and was head coach of the Cardinals in 2018, has agreed to become the Jets' defensive coordinator, sources told ESPN.

Jan 30, 2025 · This marks the fourth time that he has been tabbed as an NFL defensive coordinator. In addition to his year with the 49ers in 2023, Wilks also held that role with the Panthers in 2017 and the ...

Jan 30, 2025 · Gang Green has hired Steve Wilks as defensive coordinator, sources confirm. NFL Network first announced the news of Wilks being hired by the Jets. Considering Glenn is a first-time coach, hiring ...