If this is better than what Robert Saleh was producing in New York, then there’s some serious talking that needs to be done. One, that overhaul of coaches alone cannot fix. But, it’s a start, nonetheless. If you’re a Jets fan, you’ve probably hit the point where hope feels like a Hail Mary thrown into triple coverage. Sitting at 3-7 with Aaron Rodgers at QB and Davante Adams as a top target? That’s not just disappointing—it’s infuriating. Gang Green looks shiny on paper, sure, but that’s not getting anyone into January football.

So, it’s expected why the fans are chanting for an overhaul, with one name echoing louder than the rest: Mike Vrabel. And honestly, it’s tempting to dream. Vrabel isn’t just any coach; he’s the guy who turned the Titans into playoff regulars, bagging two division titles and an NFL Coach of the Year award in 2021. With a career record of 56-48, he’s no stranger to building a culture of grit and grind.

And when Ty Schmit on The Pat McAfee Show weighed in, saying, “The Jets need to hire Mike Vrabel. They have the pieces, and he’s the guy who can establish a culture there, instead of moving from guy to guy.” Fans in the comments went all in.

But here’s where the Jets’ dream crashes into reality: Mike has already shut that door. Remember his blunt “No, that’s Robert’s job” comment when asked about the Jets gig earlier this year? His focus has been elsewhere since parting ways with the Titans after management failed to keep him in their plans. That’s on them. Not on him. He’s currently jobless. But definitely not desperate—especially not for a position he’s openly dismissed.

Yet Jets fans remain adamant., treating his past rejection like it never happened. Call it being dead and buried—in the past. The calls for Woody Johnson to bring in Vrabel are getting louder by the day. It’s almost like fans think they’re running a Madden franchise—trade a coach, plug in another, and boom, problems solved. But in real life, this isn’t a quick fix.

The Jets’ fans don’t mind Mike Vrabel coaching Aaron Rodgers and Co.

See, the thing is, a new coach isn’t the magic wand that’ll turn a 3-7 start into a playoff run. Until Gang Green fixes its culture and its execution, even a coach of Mike Vrabel’s caliber won’t be enough to save the season. But, you know, how it goes. Fans want this or bust…because they believe he’s the guy, like Schmit said, to bring back the culture. And that’s what this fan replied, as he wrote: “Love this take. Vrabel is that “sexy hire” in my opinion. He totally could change the culture, should have had more time in Tennessee.” 

So, hey, are you in with this culture reset? Another fan kept it simple, typing out a unanimous “I agree.” It’s the leadership vibe Vrabel brings that has folks buzzing. Winning with the Titans is one thing, but don’t forget his Patriots days. The guy scored touchdowns in back-to-back Super Bowls as a defensive player! That’s not just a stat—it’s swagger. You can see why Jets Nation is eyeing him to build the identity Gang Green has been missing. This one comment summed it up: “Hiring Mike Vrabel could be a smart move for the New York Jets, given his strong leadership and defensive expertise.”

But not everyone thinks it’s that easy. One fan broke it down with two conditions: “To get him, they’d have to do 2 things in my opinion. #1 Pay him market value. #2 Give him personnel control. I think they’d have to hire him first and then let him help pick the GM of his liking.” Fair points. If you want a coach like Vrabel, you better hand him the keys to the franchise.

Then there’s the wild card plea: “Pat, can you get Vrabel on the Jets for me PLEASE.” That’s the Aaron Rodgers and Pat McAfee connection talking. Rodgers has made himself a regular on McAfee’s show, and fans are hoping their bromance can work miracles, like making Vrabel a Jet. Wishful thinking? Maybe. But hey, if anyone can sell it, it’s the reigning MVP of media charm.

At the end of the day, fans are desperate for a turnaround. And, honestly, if they are seeing Mike Vrabel as the guy making dreams into reality, then why stop ’em right? But that’s where it gets interesting for the front office. Pressure’s on them.