Here are strengths of six realistic Lions' defensive coordinator candidates after Glenn's departure.

While he hasn’t seen the team appear in a Super Bowl yet, Barry can recall listening to a radio broadcast of the Detroit Lions’ victory over the Cleveland Browns in the 1957 NFL Championship Game.

Aaron Glenn, a former Jets cornerback, has been named the new head coach of the team, succeeding Robert Saleh.

Glenn, after a successful run as the Lions' defensive coordinator, will reportedly be hired by the New York Jets, according to ESPN's Adam Schefter.

Mitchell is one of the few draft picks from Brad Holmes' regime as Lions general manager not still on the roster. He appeared in 30 games over three years.

The New York Jets on Wednesday said it had agreed to terms with Aaron Glenn to become their head coach. Glenn, the exalted Detroit Lions defensive coordinator, is expected to sign his contract with the Jets on Thursday.

Aaron Glenn's departure comes days after Detroit Lions offensive coordinator Ben Johnson left to become the head coach of the Chicago Bears.

The New York Jets are hiring Detroit Lions defensive coordinator Aaron Glenn as their head coach, according to ESPN's Adam Schefter. NFL Network's

Detroit Lions defensive coordinator Aaron Glenn has been involved in the NFL in some capacity. From a 15-year playing career at cornerback after being drafted by the Jets in 1994 to his impressive transition into coaching.

Aaron Glenn, who oversaw the Detroit Lions defense the last four years, beat out 15 other candidates for the New York Jets head coaching job.

After interviewing 16 different people for the team’s head coaching vacancy, the New York Jets have made their hire.