Brief

Jets coach Aaron Glenn says Wilson sideline outburst was overblown

Glenn says the incident was misread and stresses getting the ball to Wilson.

By Felo News Desk · Published Tue, 27 Oct 2026 11:26:26 GMT

Jets head coach Aaron Glenn told reporters the sideline confrontation involving wide receiver Garrett Wilson in the 28-25 loss to the Miami Dolphins was "overblown" and not indicative of internal conflict.

What happened

During the game on Oct. 25, CBS cameras captured Wilson yelling near the team bench. Initial commentary suggested he was shouting at quarterback Geno Smith, who was seated on the bench, but a closer review showed Wilson was addressing passing game coordinator Seth Ryan.

What the reports add

Glenn emphasized that the exchange was about getting the offense moving, not a personal dispute. He said, "I know for a fact that Geno, Garrett, it was more or less, ‘Let’s get going. Let’s get the offense going,’ more than guys bickering at each other." He added that Wilson’s frustration was understandable given his limited involvement in the game.

What was said

Glenn told the media, "I think sometimes that’s overblown as far as what people think is happening," and reiterated, "Garrett is our top priority to make sure we get the ball." He also noted that the team wants to give Wilson more targets, saying, "We’re trying to get the ball to Garrett as much as we can." Regarding the surprise inactive CB Jarvis Brownlee Jr., Glenn said the matter would stay "in‑house" and offered no further comment. He also did not update on defensive tackle T’Vondre Sweat, who left with a knee injury.

How it came about

The incident follows a pattern of Wilson being under‑targeted; he was targeted only three times and recorded two catches, one of which was negated by a penalty. Glenn’s comments come amid ongoing scrutiny of the Jets’ offensive strategy and player usage.

Key facts

Jets lost 28-25 to the Miami Dolphins on Oct. 25, 2026. (nypost.com)
Garrett Wilson was captured yelling at passing game coordinator Seth Ryan, not quarterback Geno Smith. (nypost.com)
Wilson had three targets and made two catches, one negated by a penalty. (nypost.com)
Coach Aaron Glenn said the incident was overblown and emphasized getting the ball to Wilson. (nypost.com)
Glenn declined to explain why CB Jarvis Brownlee Jr. was inactive and gave no update on T’Vondre Sweat's injury. (nypost.com)