“Woody Johnson is making the same mistake i made” Jets icon Joe Namath calls out Jets owner over sudden decision to…
Jets legend and Hall of Fame quarterback Joe Namath has publicly criticized the franchise’s owner, Woody Johnson, over his decision to potentially sell the team. Namath, known for his iconic Super Bowl III victory with the Jets, expressed disappointment in Johnson’s choice, likening it to a mistake he himself had once made.
Johnson, who has owned the New York Jets since 2000, is reportedly contemplating selling the team to focus on his political ambitions, particularly his role as the U.S. ambassador to the United Kingdom, which he held from 2017 to 2021. Namath, who led the Jets to their only Super Bowl title, took to social media to voice his concerns, claiming that Johnson’s decision could hurt the team’s future.
“I made the same mistake years ago when I didn’t take ownership of my career and let others steer my path,” Namath said in a statement. “Now Woody’s doing the same thing by considering walking away from the team. Football is about passion, commitment, and leadership—things you can’t just abandon because of outside distractions.”
Namath’s comments echo a sentiment shared by many in the Jets fanbase, who have long criticized Johnson’s leadership and decision-making. Though the team has faced several challenges during his tenure, including playoff droughts and coaching changes, Johnson’s potential sale of the franchise signals a shift in his focus.
The Hall of Famer, who remains a beloved figure in New York sports history, urged Johnson to reconsider, stressing that the team needs a dedicated, hands-on owner to guide its future. Jets fans are closely watching this developing story as the potential sale could mark a major turning point in the franchise’s long-standing struggles.