Jets hire Seth Ryan as passing game coordinator

The New York Jets have appointed Seth Ryan as their passing game coordinator, as reported by Rich Cimini of ESPN. Seth Ryan, 31, continues a family legacy with the Jets, as his father, Rex Ryan, served as the team's head coach from 2009 to 2014, and his grandfather, Buddy Ryan, was the defensive line coach from 1968 to 1975, including during the Super Bowl III championship. Seth Ryan joins the Jets after spending five seasons with the Detroit Lions, where he was the assistant wide receivers coach for four years before becoming the assistant tight ends coach. His transition follows the Jets' recruitment of Aaron Glenn from Detroit. The Lions chose not to promote Ryan to the tight ends coach position, instead selecting Steve Oliver for the role.