Robert Saleh Earns Second Interview with New York Jets

The Detroit Lions may miss out on one of the top head coaching candidates to the N.Y. Jets.

This week, the Detroit Lions are continuing their search for their next head coach and general manager. 

One of the top candidates and a fan favorite during this hiring process has been San Francisco 49ers defensive coordinator Robert Saleh. 

On Tuesday, it was reported that the N.Y. Jets have scheduled a second interview with Saleh that is set to take place Tuesday.

"As the #Jets narrow their list of head coaching candidates, they are flying in #49ers DC Robert Saleh for a second interview today, per me and @MikeGarafolo. The first known finalist for the NYJ job, and there will be others likely in person, as well," NFL Network insider Ian Rapoport tweeted. 

As the #Jets narrow their list of head coaching candidates, they are flying in #49ers DC Robert Saleh for a second interview today, per me and @MikeGarafolo. The first known finalist for the NYJ job, and there will be others likely in person, as well.

— Ian Rapoport (@RapSheet) January 12, 2021

The fiery defensive coordinator was thought to be a lock to become Detroit's next head coach, but some analysts have reported that Saleh is very high on the Jets. 

A second interview bodes well for his chances to land his first heading coaching job in the NFL. 

On Tuesday, Detroit is scheduled to interview Ed Dodds for its general manager vacancy and Tennessee Titans offensive coordinator Arthur Smith for its head coach opening. 

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