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Tuesday January 17, 2006 11:02 am

Eric Mangini Named Jets Head Coach




Posted by Jeff Chan Categories: NFL,

New York Jets logoThe first thing that pops to my mind is how unimpressive Mike Tice’s interview must have been for the Jets to make their decision just hours after interviewing Tice on Monday.  The hiring of Mangini will probably mean the current offensive and defensive coordinators will also be looking for new teams.  Donnie Henderson and Mike Heimerdinger probably won’t have too much trouble finding work elsewhere.

Ty Law, who played under Mangini, and was one of the few bright spots for the Jets last year, openly endorses Mangini.  This may convince Law to stay for a reduced price and renegotiate his contract; otherwise he will be a salary cap casualty.  He is due a huge roster bonus next season.  Law was very adamant about the Jets hiring Mangini over the other recycled head coaching candidates.


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