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Jets’ 2025 draft echoes blueprint that jump-started Lions rebuild

We all know of the connections between the New York Jets and Detroit Lions. Both head coach Aaron Glenn and offensive coordinator Tanner Engstrand were key coaches on Dan Campbell’s staff.

And with Glenn and Darren Mougey at the helm for Gang Green’s rebuild, they are emulating the approach that brought winning football back to the Motor City. It all starts with the Jets’ 2025 draft class.

Jets’ recent draft class shows shades of Lions-like impact

New York passed on pass-catchers like Tyler Warren and Tetairoa McMillan in order to reinforce their identity with the selection of Missouri tackle Armand Membou at No.