Everyone watching Sunday morning's New York Jets vs. the Denver Broncos game was left puzzled by the strange sequence at the end of the first half. Jets coach Aaron Glenn's decision to let the clock run out at the end of the first half stunned many. On Monday, Glenn acknowledged regret over his conservative decision during the team's 13-11 loss.
Facing fourth-and-1 with just under 30 seconds left, Glenn decided against attempting a play and let the clock run out, opting to avoid risking a turnover or giving the Broncos a chance to score before halftime. This strategy sparked visible frustration among players, including wide receiver Garrett Wilson.
Reflecting on the moment, Glenn told reporters that he wished he could have done more.
“To be honest with you, I wish I could have took the clock down to five seconds and just do a Hail Mary,” Glenn said. “But at that point, I want no confusion. Let’s just get out the half, guys. We’re getting the ball back to second half and let’s get ready to go.”
Glenn added that his staff had discussed playing conservatively to try to come away with three points before halftime but ultimately prioritized avoiding a turnover.
Former Super Bowl champion Kurt Warner slammed Jets
Like many, former Super Bowl-winning quarterback Kurt Warner was baffled by how the Jets ended the first half. Calling the game with Rich Eisen, Warner didn't hold back in criticizing Aaron Glenn's Jets.
"Somebody please explain that last Jets drive??? Not really sure what I just watched!" Warner tweeted.
The Jets entered halftime trailing 10-6 and suffered their sixth consecutive loss. At 0-6, they are the only team without a win so far this season.
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