Interim HC Jeff Ulbrich has instilled a military mindset into a Jets’ defense that ranks No. 3 in opponent touchdowns allowed per game. The pre-game gatherings of defensive back Sauce Gardner and company stems from the ferocious leadership of Ulbrich who has helped ignite the potential of many, including D.J Reed and defensive end Will McDonald.

Owner Woody Johnson released a statement relaying that defensive coordinator Jeff Ulbrich will take over as interim head coach for the remainder of the season. Here are three things to know about Ulbrich: In February, Ulbrich was the head coach of the National Team at the Senior Bowl in Mobile, Alabama.

SANTA CLARA, Calif. >> Robert Saleh’s firing Tuesday as the New York Jets’ coach immediately sparked theories that he might be needed back at his old office, as the San Francisco 49ers’ defensive coordinator.