New York Jets' Rex Ryan: "We had a terrible year"

New York Jets head coach Rex Ryan has admitted that his side had a "terrible" season last year as they missed the playoffs.

The Jets finished with a 6-10 record and were third in the AFC East, just two years removed from playing in the AFC Championship game in back-to-back seasons.

Ryan told ESPN: "We had a terrible year, so that's to be expected. When you win in this town, in New York and New Jersey area, shoot, everybody's happy.

"If you don't, hey, I understand the criticism. But the beauty of it is we have a brand new season right in front of us."

Ryan's side open their regular season campaign against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers on Sunday.