The New York Jets have fired general manager Mike Tannenbaum after a disappointing season, a search for a new GM is currently in the works.

Tannenbaum was fired Monday, as annonunced by owner Woody Johnson in a statement. According to that same statement apparently coach Rex Ryan will remain as coach.

"Although he helped guide us to two consecutive AFC Championship Games, we are not where we want to be, and a new General Manager will be critical to getting this team back on the right track," Johnson said in the statement.

The firing comes as result of the Jets failing to make the playoffs for a second straight season. The Jets, undermined by poor quarterback play and a lack of playmakers on offense, stumbled to 6-10.

Johnson eliminated any doubt about Ryan's future.

"I believe that he has the passion, the talent, and the drive to successfully lead our team," Johnson said. "Like all Jets fans, I am disappointed with this year's results. However, I am confident that this change will best position our team for greater success going forward."

Ryan has two years and approximately $6 million remaining on his contract.

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