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Former Jets HC Robert Saleh was spotted at Packers practice on Wednesday

Former New York Jets head coach Robert Saleh was spotted at Green Bay Packers practice on Wednesday Bill Huber from SI.com.

The reason for Saleh's visit is unknown, but we should get an answer from Matt LaFleur once practice is over. Most likely, Saleh is in town to visit his friend. He and LaFleur are very close, as LaFleur served as best man at Saleh's wedding. Saleh also worked with Green Bay defensive coordinator Jeff Hafley in San Francisco.

Saleh's visit may not mean much other than that he has a lot of time on his hands. Saleh, who spent more than three seasons as coach in New York, was fired after a 2-3 start to the 2024 season. According to Jets owner Woody Johnson, the firing was abrupt and unexpected, but a necessary change.

Unfortunately, Saleh's dismissal did not produce the intended results. New York has now lost four games in a row, including the last two games under interim coach Jeff Ulbrich. The Jets have struggled mightily on offense this season, ranking 23rd in total offense and 24th in scoring despite being led by four-time MVP Aaron Rodgers.

While Saleh's presence at Packers practice is interesting, it doesn't necessarily mean he'll join the Green Bay team, although it's not out of the question. Following his firing in New York, Saleh expressed his intention to sit out the remainder of the season before entering the next recruiting cycle. Still, his visit gives him a chance to reconnect with LaFleur and share stories about what it was like working with Rodgers.

All jokes aside, we should get more clarity from LaFleur later today.