Aaron Glenn defends controversial Jets roster decision with puzzling explanation

NY Jets wide receiver Xavier Gipson | Rich Barnes-Imagn ImagesThe Aaron Glenn era has already felt like a breath of fresh air for New York Jets fans. The first-year head coach has come in and immediately instilled a sense of honesty, transparency, and accountability that was often missing under his predecessors.

But for all the good Glenn has done since taking over as head coach earlier this year, one of his recent decisions and subsequent explanations has left many fans scratching their heads.

The Jets made the controversial decision to name the incumbent Xavier Gipson as their starting punt returner entering the 2025 season, waiving undrafted rookie Jamaal Pritchett in a corresponding move…