EAST – Aaron Glenn isn’t just happy about a preseason win — he’s making sure the entire NFL hears about it. After the New York Jets defeated the Green Bay Packers in their latest preseason outing, the head coach delivered a message that was part pride, part warning.
“If this was just a preseason game, imagine what we’ll do in a real one,” Glenn told reporters postgame, his voice carrying the kind of edge that doesn’t fade with the final whistle. “We’re not here to shake hands — we’re here to send a message: nobody wants to face the Jets in the regular season.”
The Jets’ 24–13 victory wasn’t just about the scoreline. It was about the tone — the relentless pressure on defense, the efficiency on offense, and the swagger that hasn’t been seen in East Rutherford for years. Quarterback Justin Fields made the most of his limited snaps, leading a crisp opening drive capped by a rushing touchdown. Running backs hit holes with purpose. And Glenn’s defense? It suffocated Green Bay’s passing attack, forcing multiple punts and keeping the energy high from start to finish.
For Glenn, this was more than just a warm-up game. “You can’t fake competitiveness,” he said. “Whether it’s preseason, postseason, or the middle of the year, your habits are your habits. This team’s habit is to fight until the last snap.”
It’s a philosophy he’s been drilling into the roster since taking over — a belief that every rep matters and that identity is built in the smallest moments. The players seem to be buying in. From rookies to veterans, the sideline energy stayed electric. Big plays were celebrated, mistakes were addressed immediately, and no one seemed content to treat this like a meaningless August night.
Fans are already reacting to Glenn’s boldness. Social media lit up after the press conference, with supporters calling the Jets “a team on a mission” and rival fans firing back with skepticism. But Glenn doesn’t seem to care who believes him right now. His eyes are on Week 1 — and beyond.
“You want to send a message in this league,” he said, “you don’t wait until the regular season to start sending it.”
If this preseason win is a preview, the rest of the NFL might want to pay attention. Because in Aaron Glenn’s mind, the Jets aren’t just coming — they’ve already arrived.
