SNYtv’s Connor Hughes reports that the New York Jets and their assistant general manager Rex Hogan have recently mutually agreed to go separate ways. This development prompts speculation about the potential reunion of Hogan with Chris Ballard’s scouting team at the Indianapolis Colts.
Hogan recently completed his fifth and final season with the New York Jets in his previous role as assistant GM. Before returning to the Jets, where he had previously served as the team’s director of senior scouting in an earlier period, Hogan held the position of the Colts’ vice president of player personnel from 2017 to 2018. During this time, he worked alongside then newly appointed Colts general manager Chris Ballard.
Hogan’s extensive experience also includes a 12-year tenure with the Chicago Bears, where he spent the last three years as a national scout. During this period, he and Ballard, who had a long-standing role as a scout from 2001 to 2011 and later as the Director of Pro Scouting in 2012 for the Chicago Bears, were undoubtedly well-acquainted, having worked together in the challenging field of scouting in the Windy City.
On January 14th, 2012, the setting is Candlestick Park in San Francisco. With only 14 seconds remaining in the game, the 49ers find themselves down by three points and facing a crucial third down. A score is essential to keep their playoff hopes alive, eliminating the need to take chances in overtime. On the other side, the Saints have the opportunity to seal the victory with a takeaway and secure a spot in the NFC Championship Game. To fully grasp the significance of this moment and appreciate its context, we must rewind and examine the events leading up to it.
Despite his recent departure, Hogan continues to command respect within league scouting circles.
Although he might have the option to pursue a more prominent role elsewhere, reuniting with Ballard in Indianapolis seems to offer a secure landing spot for Hogan. It’s conceivable that the Colts could consider establishing a new high-level player personnel position for him. After all, having additional skilled scouts in the organization is always advantageous.
The question arises: Is it time to reunite Ballard’s entire talented team once again?
