NEW YORK (AP) A person with direct knowledge of the decision says the New York Jets have fired offensive coordinator John Morton after one season.
The person spoke to The Associated Press on Wednesday on condition of anonymity because the team had not announced the move.
The New York Daily News first reported the decision by the Jets to part ways with Morton, whose offense finished ranked No. 28 overall.
Quarterbacks coach Jeremy Bates is a candidate to be promoted by head coach Todd Bowles. Bates served as Seattle’s offensive coordinator in 2010.
Morton replaced the retired Chan Gailey last year after two seasons in New Orleans as the wide receivers coach. Morton’s playcalling came into question at times during an up-and-down season, particularly when running back Matt Forte criticized the game plan against Atlanta in Week 10 because New York got away from the run.
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