The New York Jets’ coaching staff overhaul took a shocking and unprofessional turn on Monday, January 26, 2026, when recently fired assistant Scott Turner publicly lashed out at the organization. Turner, who served as the team’s passing game coordinator, was one of seven assistants dismissed by head coach Aaron Glenn following a dismal 3-14 season.
The controversy began on social media when Turner replied to a post from Barstool that expressed happiness for former Jets quarterback Sam Darnold while adding, “I hate the New York Jets.” In a move that stunned NFL insiders and fans alike, Turner simply replied with two words: “Me too.”
While Turner eventually deleted the reply, the damage was already done. The statement has been viewed as a reflection of the deep-seated dysfunction within the Jets organization under Aaron Glenn’s leadership.
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Scott Turner Blasts New York Jets Following Departure from Coaching Staff
Scott Turner’s viral “Me too” comment has shed light on the apparent bitterness following the Jets’ decision to move on from their offensive leadership. Turner had been brought in just one year before help revitalize the passing game, but the results were historically poor.
The timing of Turner’s statement is particularly damaging as the Jets attempt to recruit high-level replacements, such as former head coach Frank Reich. Critics argue that Turner’s public outburst confirms rumors of a toxic atmosphere behind the scenes.
Despite his deletion of the post, screenshots continue to circulate across X, with many calling it an early candidate for tweet of the year. While some fans found the honesty refreshing, others slammed Turner for being unprofessional, pointing out that his own coaching contributed to the team’s failures.
Former Coach’s Bitter Admission Stuns The NFL World
The NFL world remains in a state of shock over the boldness of Turner’s admission, as it is rare for a professional coach to express such open hostility toward a former team so quickly. Analysts suggest that the bitter response may stem from the fact that head coach Aaron Glenn fired the very staff he personally handpicked just one year ago.
The fallout from the statement has highlighted the statistical disaster that was the 2025 Jets’ passing offense. Under Turner’s guidance, the team recorded the lowest first-half passing yardage in the NFL over the last 20 years, even trailing the infamous 2011 Tim Tebow-led Broncos.
As the Jets look toward the 2026 NFL Draft with the second overall pick, this internal drama adds another layer of complexity to their rebuilding efforts. The organization is now tasked with finding a way to attract top-tier coaching talent to a building where former employees are publicly celebrating their departure.
Published: Jan 27, 2026 12:31 pm