Jets offensive coordinator finalist could end up joining staff in unexpected role

New York Jets offensive coordinator candidate Greg Roman | Kirby Lee-Imagn ImagesThe New York Jets wasted little time kicking off their offensive coordinator search last week, and just days after Tanner Engstrand was fired, the first finalist for the job has already been revealed.

ESPN's Jeremy Fowler reported on Saturday that longtime NFL assistant Greg Roman, recently fired by the Los Angeles Chargers last month, will interview in person for the Jets' offensive coordinator position "early next week."

Roman was one of five candidates the Jets held virtual interviews with last week, along with the likes of former NFL head coach Frank Reich, Miami Dolphins passing game coordinator Darrell…