How could anyone describe the 2025 New York Jets offense as “really, really good?”
For the answer, just ask offensive coordinator Tanner Engstrand.
Looking back on the disappointing season, Engstrand assessed his first year as Gang Green’s OC. While the rookie play-caller acknowledged the unit’s struggles, he remains optimistic about the offense’s prospects moving forward.
“It had some really good ups and some downs,” he told the media. “There’s been some really good things, and there’s been some things we know we can learn upon. And so, for me, personally, there are definitely things that I look back on, and I’ve reflected on over the last several weeks that maybe I would adjust and do a little bit differently going forward. But I think it’s been really, really good. I think we’ve got our system in for the most part.
“There’s always going to be more, but I think we have a good foundation of what we’re trying to build as a team and as a culture in the building, and how we want to play, and what our brand is,” he continued.
Little has been good about the Jets’ offense this year. Entering Week 18, New York ranks 28th in points per game (18.3) and yards per game (272.4), while ranking dead last in passing yards per game (145.8). The Jets also rank 26th on third down (34.7%) and 31st in the red zone (43.2%).
However, it is challenging to fairly evaluate Engstrand’s performance as a play-caller this year, given the lack of execution at quarterback. Justin Fields, Tyrod Taylor, and Brady Cook routinely missed receivers that were schemed open by the 43-year-old OC.
Engstrand is expected to return in 2026. With the Jets likely selecting a rookie quarterback high in the draft, year two should finally offer a fair look at who he is — and whether his offensive system fits long-term in New York.
