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The New York Jets are a professional American football team based in the New York metropolitan area. The Jets compete in the National Football League (NFL) as a member club of the league's American Football Conference (AFC) East division. The team is headquartered in Florham Park, New Jersey.
History[edit | edit source]
The New York Jets were established in 1959 as the Titans of New York, an original member of the American Football League (AFL). The team was founded by Harry Wismer and began play in 1960. In 1963, the franchise was sold to Sonny Werblin, who renamed the team the New York Jets.
The Jets are perhaps best known for their victory in Super Bowl III, where they defeated the Baltimore Colts 16-7. This victory was notable for the guarantee made by Jets quarterback Joe Namath, who famously predicted the upset win.
Stadium[edit | edit source]
The Jets play their home games at MetLife Stadium, which they share with the New York Giants. MetLife Stadium is located in East Rutherford, New Jersey, and has a seating capacity of 82,500.
Team Colors and Mascot[edit | edit source]
The team's colors are Gotham Green, Spotlight White, and Stealth Black. The Jets' mascot is Fireman Ed, a superfan known for leading the "J-E-T-S, Jets, Jets, Jets!" chant.
Notable Players[edit | edit source]
- Joe Namath - Hall of Fame quarterback known for leading the Jets to victory in Super Bowl III.
- Curtis Martin - Hall of Fame running back who played for the Jets from 1998 to 2006.
- Don Maynard - Hall of Fame wide receiver and a key player in the Jets' early success.
Rivalries[edit | edit source]
The Jets have several notable rivalries, including:
- New England Patriots - A fierce rivalry within the AFC East.
- Miami Dolphins - Another divisional rivalry with a long history.
- Buffalo Bills - The third AFC East rival, with whom the Jets share a competitive history.
Recent Performance[edit | edit source]
In recent years, the Jets have struggled to find consistent success. The team has undergone several coaching changes and roster overhauls in an effort to return to playoff contention.
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