Spielman talked about his new gig at length on CBS Sports' “With the First Pick” podcast this week. And he says the Jets are very early in the process, which according to Spielman will be spearheaded Tanenbaum.

Vrabel is the most well-rounded and toughest coaches available, which is what the Jets sorely need. He would instantly change the culture from the moment he walks through the doors at 1 Jets Drive and actually enforce accountability instead of just preaching it.

The Jets are looking to an old friend to help them fill their general manager and head coach vacancies, amid their dismal season