5 Reasons Why Woody Johnson of the Jets Is the Worst Owner in Sports
Sportsgrid Staff
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Woody Johnson’s Chaos: The Jets’ Never-Ending Circus
The New York Jets aren’t just a football team—they’re a tragicomic spectacle, and the spotlight is firmly on owner Woody Johnson. If you’re a Jets fan, you have our deepest sympathies. It’s time to face the hard truth: the dysfunction starts at the very top, and it’s not going away anytime soon. Let’s dive into the latest revelations from Dianna Russini’s bombshell report that exposes Johnson’s micromanagement, absurd decision-making, and laughable ego.
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1. Vetoing Trades Based on Madden Ratings? Seriously?
Imagine being a GM and having a promising trade lined up, only to have it vetoed because the owner thinks the player’s “rating is too low." That’s right, Woody Johnson apparently nixed a deal for Jerry Jeudy, one of the league’s most talented receivers, because his player rating didn’t meet some arbitrary standard. Are we running an NFL franchise or playing a video game here? This is a level of incompetence that borders on parody.
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2. Taking Advice From Teenagers: The NFL’s Most Ridiculous Brain Trust
As if basing decisions on Madden ratings wasn’t bad enough, Johnson reportedly takes input from his teenage sons. Yes, teenagers—kids whose most pressing concerns likely include TikTok trends and Fortnite, not NFL personnel decisions. These aren’t seasoned scouts or football minds; they’re teenagers, and yet their voices seem to carry weight in one of the most high-pressure sports organizations in the world.
3. The Brock Purdy Obsession: Trading Back for Irrelevance
In perhaps the most delusional move of all, Johnson forced the Jets to trade back in the draft just to snag the final pick. Why? Because he wanted his own version of Brock Purdy, the San Francisco 49ers quarterback who famously ascended from Mr. Irrelevant to NFL sensation. This isn’t visionary leadership; it’s fantasy-level decision-making that ignores the very real odds of success for late-round picks.
4. Call Me ‘Mr. Ambassador’ or Else
Let’s not forget the ego trip. Back in 2017, after being named U.S. Ambassador to the U.K. by Donald Trump, Johnson reportedly demanded to be addressed as “Mr. Ambassador” by people within the Jets organization. Who does this? Isn’t running an NFL franchise enough of a power trip? Apparently, not for Woody Johnson.
5. Destroying Locker Room Morale
Even after a rare Jets win, Johnson found a way to drain the energy out of the locker room. Aaron Rodgers tried to give the game ball to interim head coach Jeff Ulbrich, but Johnson’s son swooped in with another game ball and handed it to Garrett Wilson. Instead of celebrating, the team was left baffled and demoralized. It’s yet another example of how the Johnson family’s interference is actively sabotaging this franchise.
Woody Johnson: The Worst Owner in Sports
It’s not just about bad decisions; it’s about an owner whose whims and unchecked ego are actively destroying any chance of long-term success. Jets fans deserve better, but nothing will change as long as Woody Johnson is calling the shots. He’s not just bad; he’s a case study on how not to run a professional sports team.
