The New York Jets are set to interview former NFL Coach of the Year Mike Vrabel for their head coaching vacancy on Friday, according to The Athletic. Vrabel, 49, comes with an impressive resume, having posted a 54-45 record over six seasons as the head coach of the Tennessee Titans from 2018 to 2023. Following his departure from Tennessee, he spent the 2023 season as a consultant for the Cleveland Browns.

His tenure with the Titans included notable achievements such as a trip to the AFC Championship game in 2019 and multiple playoff appearances in 2020 and 2021, which led to him earning Coach of the Year honors in 2021 after guiding Tennessee to a 12-5 record. However, his time with the Titans ended on a sour note with a disappointing 6-11 season in 2023.

Vrabel is highly regarded within NFL circles, and it’s widely expected that he will be a top candidate for several head coaching positions this offseason. The Jets, who parted ways with Robert Saleh following a disappointing 2-3 start to his fourth season, are actively exploring new leadership. As of now, interim coach Jeff Ulbrich has led the team to a 2-9 record, and they head into the season’s final game against the Miami Dolphins in East Rutherford, N.J.

In a recent interview with The Athletic, Vrabel outlined his key considerations for his next coaching opportunity. He emphasized the importance of clear communication with ownership, stressing that understanding mutual expectations between coaches and team leadership is critical.

“There’s got to be clear communication with ownership, so that we understand as coaches what the expectations are,” Vrabel explained. He also highlighted the need for alignment in terms of game strategy, personnel decisions, and team-building philosophies. Additionally, Vrabel stressed the importance of having or finding a quarterback capable of leading a team to victory, noting that a solid quarterback situation is essential to long-term success.

Given his track record and clear vision for team-building, Vrabel is sure to be a sought-after candidate as NFL teams look to make changes this offseason.