The New York Jets have kicked their search for a general manager into high gear and a familiar name is involved. On Thursday ESPN NFL insider Adam Schefter reported that the Jets interviewed his co-worker Louis Riddick for the opening.

The New York Jets interviewed former Washington and Carolina coach Ron Rivera on Thursday, the first known head coaching candidate to meet with the team. ESPN analyst and former NFL safety Louis Riddick also interviewed with the team for their general manager vacancy.

The New York Jets have one game left to play this season but the franchise is also making plans for its future. The team announced Thursday it interviewed former Washington Commanders and Carolina Panthers coach Ron Rivera for its head-coaching job.