Schefter: Jets to Fire Offensive Coordinator

By Phil Sullivan Posted On January 17, 2018

Adam Schefter is reporting that the Jets are going to offensive coordinator Johnny Morton. The move comes as a surprise since Morton inherited the offense after the roster purge. He also had very limited talent at the QB position and Josh McCown somehow managed to produce at a higher level than anyone imagined was possible.

Jets making change at OC: Johnny Morton is out, per sources. Two potential replacements: former Steelers’ OC Todd Haley and Jets’ QB coach Jeremy Bates, who was well liked and respected in building last year.

— Adam Schefter (@AdamSchefter) January 17, 2018

Source confirms that Jets have fired OC John Morton. #nyj

— Brian Costello (@BrianCoz) January 17, 2018

Sources: The Jets have NOT yet determined who will replace John Morton as offensive coordinator. QBs coach Jeremy Bates remains a strong candidate, I'm told. However, it is not a done deal with him yet. https://t.co/jToT5uDGI3

— Manish Mehta (@MMehtaSports) January 17, 2018

Stop by our forums to see how Jets fans are reacting to John Morton being fired.

This Article Was Written By Phil Sullivan

Phil Sullivan

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