The Jets are in the process of narrowing their search for a new offensive coordinator to one: Jeremy Bates.
A source said it’s possible Bates, the Jets’ quarterbacks coach in 2017, will replace John Morton, who was relieved of his duties following the season.
An ESPN report said the Jets will promote Bates to offensive coordinator but team officials are not commenting.
In Morton’s first season as offensive coordinator/playcaller, the Jets finished 24th in passing offense (198.9), 19th in rushing (106.4) and 24th in points (18.6).
When the season ended, Bowles praised the work of Bates and his work with backup quarterbacks Bryce Petty and Christian Hackenberg.