In a surprising move, the Atlanta Falcons are set to hire Tanner Engstrand, the recently fired offensive coordinator of the New York Jets, as their passing game coordinator. But is this a wise decision?
Engstrand's brief tenure with the Jets raised eyebrows. The team's offense struggled significantly, ranking 31st in points scored and 25th in yards. This led to his departure after just one year. But here's where it gets interesting: Engstrand's previous role as the passing game coordinator for the Detroit Lions for two seasons might tell a different story.
Before his Jets stint, Engstrand spent five seasons with the Lions, joining the staff when Aaron Glenn was hired as head coach. His experience in Detroit could suggest that he has the expertise to improve a passing game, which is precisely what the Falcons need.
The Falcons have also brought in Tommy Rees as offensive coordinator and Alex Van Pelt as quarterbacks coach, rounding out their offensive coaching staff. With these new hires, Atlanta aims to revamp its offense and climb out of the league's basement.
But will Engstrand's addition prove to be a turning point or a controversial decision? The Falcons are betting on his potential, but only time will tell if he can help the team soar to new heights or if this hire will be scrutinized in the months to come. What do you think? Is Engstrand the right fit for the Falcons' offensive woes, or is this a risky move?
