The New York Jets are moving fast in their search for a new offensive coordinator, and one name has already emerged as a finalist: Greg Roman.
Roman, most recently the offensive coordinator for the Los Angeles Chargers from 2023 to 2024, is set to meet with the Jets for an in-person interview early next week. After conducting virtual interviews with five candidates, the Jets are narrowing the field to three finalists, and Roman is officially in that mix.
A Run-Game Architect with Proven Credentials
At 53, Roman brings a wealth of experience to the table. His resume includes OC stints with the Ravens, Bills, 49ers, and most recently the Chargers. And while his passing offenses have had their ups and downs over the years, there’s no question where his true strength lies: the run game.
Roman has long been regarded as one of the premier run-game designers in the NFL. During his time in Baltimore from 2019 to 2022, the Ravens led the league in rushing, averaging a staggering 175.2 yards per game. That wasn't just a fluke-it was a system built around physicality, misdirection, and quarterback mobility, and it worked to near perfection.
His two-year run with the Chargers didn’t yield the same results, but context matters. In 2024, the Chargers ranked 20th in rushing yards per game (107.3), and they improved to 14th in 2025 (119.7). Those numbers may not jump off the page, but they came despite significant injuries along the offensive line-something that would hamper any ground game, no matter the scheme.
Still, Roman’s ability to adapt and squeeze production out of banged-up units speaks to his coaching chops. And the Jets, who have struggled to find consistency on offense, are clearly intrigued by what he could bring to the table.
Building a Modern Offense: Could a Collaborative Approach Work?
While Roman is a strong candidate, the Jets may not be looking to hand over the entire offense to just one voice. Instead, there’s a growing sense that a collaborative approach could be the smarter play. That could mean pairing Roman with another finalist-someone like Darrell Bevell or Frank Reich-who brings a more pass-centric background to the table.
In that scenario, Roman would focus on what he does best: designing and coordinating the run game. Bevell or Reich, both of whom have experience developing quarterbacks and calling passing plays, could take the reins on the aerial attack. It’s a “best of both worlds” setup-Roman’s proven rushing concepts paired with a more modern passing structure.
It's a model we’ve seen work in other places around the league, especially as offenses become more specialized and staff roles more segmented. And for a team like the Jets, who are trying to stabilize their offense while maximizing the talent they do have, it could be the kind of forward-thinking structure that sets the tone for a more balanced and efficient unit.
What Comes Next
Roman is the first known finalist to advance to the in-person stage of the Jets’ search, and it’s notable that New York is the only team to interview him since his departure from the Chargers. That suggests a real level of interest-and perhaps a clearer path to a hire.
Whether Roman ultimately lands the OC job or takes on a more specialized role like run-game coordinator will depend on how the Jets want to shape their offensive identity moving forward. One thing’s certain: with Roman in the mix, they’re seriously exploring a ground-up rebuild of their rushing attack.
And if they can blend that with a sharp, modern passing game? The Jets might just be on their way to building an offense that can finally keep pace in today’s NFL.