With the hiring of Mike Tannenbaum and Rick Spielman as consultants, the Jets are shaking up their search for a new general manager and head coach. This podcast episode dives into the evolving role of the NFL general manager, highlighting the increasing importance of analytics and diverse skill sets.
The move has pros and cons. It is clear the current ownership was always going to need to rely on help in searching for the teamโs next general manager and head coach. Tannenbaum understands how to work within the confines of the Jets organization. Can he and Spielman set the team up for success?
Potential candidates with ties to Tannenbaum are also discussed. As is the difficulty in saying with conviction how good or bad general manager candidates are.
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