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The hope is that a disastrous season would prompt ownership—specifically Woody Johnson—to realize the need for fundamental change. Only with complete irrelevance and failure would fans potentially stop attending and supporting a team that has, over decades, underachieved and failed to produce sustained success.
A Franchise’s Historic Struggles
The saga of the Jets is one of unfulfilled promise. Despite moments of greatness—like Joe Namath’s legendary Super Bowl victory—the franchise has struggled to maintain consistent success. Namath, often regarded as the greatest Jet of all time, played in an era when passing was less emphasized. The sport has evolved into a passing league, devaluing running backs and emphasizing elite quarterback play.