The New York Jets' head coaching search faces an early setback as 49ers quarterbacks coach Brian Griese turns down an interview request, sparking debate among fans and analysts.

It appears that San Francisco 49ers quarterbacks coach Brian Griese has no plans to leave his current role—at least, not for the New York Jets. Earlier this month, the Jets requested permission to interview Griese for their head coach vacancy.

As the NFL offseason continues, 49ers QB coach Brian Griese has declined the opportunity to interview for the Jets HC job.

Casting many lines The New York Jets are coming off one of the most dismal seasons in a history of dismal seasons. So much was expected from Aaron Rodgers, and so little was delivered. That led to the firing of Robert Saleh and Jeff Ulbrich finishing out as the interim coach.

The San Francisco 49ers have grown to dread the NFL offseason. While free agency and the NFL draft bring optimism to every organization in hopes of building a Super Contender, the 49ers see the offseason as a curse.

The New York Jets are conducting an extensive search for their new head coach, but at least one candidate has taken his name out of the running. Brian Griese declined an opportunity to interview with the Jets,