The Tennessee Titans are optimistic that their decision to hire Robert Saleh as head coach will yield better results in his second head coaching opportunity. Saleh, who previously led the New York Jets with a record of 20-36 over three seasons before being let go early in the 2024 season, was formally introduced at a press conference on Thursday. His address echoed themes familiar to Jets fans, focusing on an aggressive style of play characterized by his “all gas, no brakes” philosophy.
During the press conference, Saleh emphasized how his experiences in New York have shaped him as a coach. “There is no handbook to a first time at anything you do,” Saleh explained. “The proper question would be: What didn’t I learn? There is so much to gain from any time you are in the chair as head coach, and there are so many learning experiences that I had.” He expressed confidence that this growth has equipped him to tackle his new role effectively.
A pivotal change for Saleh in Tennessee is his responsibility for calling defensive plays—a role he did not fulfill with the Jets. The Titans are also hopeful that his second tenure in a head coaching position will feature the quarterback development that was lacking during his time with young talent Zach Wilson in New York.
This fresh opportunity presents Saleh with a chance not only to refine his coaching style but also to implement the lessons learned from his past experiences into the Titans’ strategy moving forward. The franchise aims to bounce back from recent seasons and believes that with Saleh at the helm, they are poised for a revitalization on both sides of the ball.