Falcons Hire Former Jets OC as Passing Game Coordinator

Stefanski adds Engstrand to coaching staff in Atlanta

Feb. 1, 2026 at 5:15pm

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New Atlanta Falcons head coach Kevin Stefanski has hired Tanner Engstrand, the former offensive coordinator for the New York Jets, to be the Falcons' passing game coordinator. Engstrand will join Stefanski's staff as they look to turn around the Falcons' offense.

Why it matters

The Falcons are looking to rebound from a disappointing season and Stefanski is bringing in experienced offensive coaches like Engstrand to help improve the team's passing attack. Engstrand's background as an OC could provide valuable expertise to the Falcons' offense.

The details

Tanner Engstrand served as the offensive coordinator for the New York Jets for the past two seasons. Prior to that, he was the quarterbacks coach for the Minnesota Vikings when Stefanski was the offensive coordinator there. Engstrand will now join Stefanski's staff in Atlanta to help coordinate the Falcons' passing game as they look to bounce back from a down year.

  • Engstrand was hired by the Falcons on February 1, 2026.

The players

Kevin Stefanski

The new head coach of the Atlanta Falcons, previously the offensive coordinator for the Minnesota Vikings.

Tanner Engstrand

The former offensive coordinator for the New York Jets, who has now been hired as the passing game coordinator for the Atlanta Falcons.

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What they’re saying

“Tanner is a talented coach who has a great understanding of the passing game. I'm excited to have him join our staff and help us improve our offense.”

— Kevin Stefanski, Head Coach, Atlanta Falcons (wn.com)

What’s next

The Falcons will continue to build out their coaching staff as they prepare for the upcoming NFL season.

The takeaway

Stefanski is bringing in experienced offensive minds like Engstrand to help revamp the Falcons' passing attack and get the team back on track after a down year.