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Jets Rumors: Nathanial Hackett's Job Was in 'Jeopardy' Before Robert Saleh's Firing

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New York Jets offensive coordinator Nathaniel Hackett was reportedly on shaky ground before the team fired head coach Robert Saleh, according to SNY's Connor Hughes.

The Jets confirmed Saleh's ouster on Tuesday:

Hughes subsequently reported that "there was some feeling" within the organization that Hackett's status was in jeopardy, adding that "higher ups have been on him last couple weeks."

The Athletic's Dianna Russini added that the Jets "do not plan on firing" Hackett following Saleh's dismissal.

This article will be updated soon to provide more information and analysis.