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New York Jets

Professional American football team in New York area.
Professional American football team in New York area.

The New York Jets, founded in 1959, compete in the NFL's AFC East division. They won Super Bowl III and have made 13 playoff appearances. The team's home games are played at MetLife Stadium.

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1959
New York Jets

The New York Jets are a professional American football team founded in 1959. They have a storied history in the NFL, including a memorable Super Bowl victory.

1959-08-14
New York Titans Renamed as New York Jets

The New York Titans changed their name to the New York Jets to signify a new era for the team, and went on to win their first and only Super Bowl in 1969.

1960
New York Jets Franchise Establishment

The New York Jets franchise was established in 1960 as a member of the American Football League (AFL).

1960
New York Titans Become New York Jets

The New York Titans were renamed the New York Jets in 1963.

1961
New York Titans in AFL

In 1961, the New York Titans participated in the American Football League (AFL) and finished 3rd out of 4 teams. Players like Baugh, Dorow, Mathis, and Powell contributed to the team's performance.

1962
George Sauer Sr. as General Manager

George Sauer Sr. served as the General Manager of the Titans in 1962.

1963-01-01
Weeb Ewbank Receives Retirement Jacket

Former head coach Weeb Ewbank received a retirement jacket from the New York Jets, in recognition of his leadership and the team's victory in Super Bowl 3.

1963-03-28
Sale of the Titans to a five-man syndicate

The Titans were sold to a five-man syndicate for $1 million, leading to the appointment of Wilbur 'Weeb' Ewbank as the head coach and general manager.

1963-04-15
Wilbur 'Weeb' Ewbank named as head coach and general manager

Wilbur 'Weeb' Ewbank, a highly respected coach, was named as the head coach and general manager of the team following the sale of the Titans.

1963-12-14
Final Game at Polo Grounds

The New York Jets played their final game at the Polo Grounds, losing 19-10 to the Buffalo Bills.

1964
Jets' first season at Shea Stadium

The Jets played their first season at Shea Stadium, breaking the AFL regular season attendance record and selling out their home games.

1965-01-02
Joe Namath's signing with the Jets

Joe Namath signed with the Jets after an unprecedented contract worth $427,000 over three years, marking the beginning of the 'Broadway Joe' era.

1966
New York Jets in AFL

In 1966, the New York Jets competed in the AFL, finishing 3rd out of 9 teams. The team was led by coach Ewbank and prominent players such as Namath, Snell, and Sauer.

1967
New York Jets Season

The 1967 season of the New York Jets was a notable one, with significant performances from key players like Namath, Boozer, and Maynard.

1968-01-12
Joe Namath Super Bowl 3 MVP

Joe Namath was the MVP of Super Bowl 3, leading the New York Jets to a historic victory.

1968-12-29
AFL Champ vs Oakland Raiders

The New York Jets emerged victorious against the Oakland Raiders in the AFL Championship game on December 29, 1968, with a score of 27-23.

1969-01-12
Super Bowl III Victory

The New York Jets achieved a historic victory in Super Bowl III on January 12, 1969, by defeating the Baltimore Colts with a score of 16-7.

1969-08-17
Jets vs. Giants Preseason Game

The Jets and Giants met for the first time on August 17, 1969, in a preseason game which was viewed as a 'turf war' by both sides, resulting in a 37–14 win for the Jets and the firing of Giants coach Allie Sherman.

1969-12-20
AFL Division vs Kansas City Chiefs

The New York Jets faced the Kansas City Chiefs in the AFL Division game on December 20, 1969, and suffered a loss.

1970-01-14
Selection of Titans/Jets to AFL All-Time Team

Titans/Jets players were selected to the American Football League All-Time Team on January 14, 1970. The first and second teams were determined by a panel of members of the AFL's Hall of Fame Board of Selectors.

1971
New York Jets in NFL

In 1971, the New York Jets were part of the NFL. The team showcased notable players like Ewbank, Riggins, Davis, and Caster, and achieved a commendable performance.

1972
New York Jets in NFL

In 1972, the New York Jets participated in the NFL. The team had a significant performance with several key players such as Ewbank, Namath, Riggins, and Caster.

1973-12-16
O. J. Simpson's 2,000 Yard Rushing Season

During the final game of the 1973 season, Bills running back O. J. Simpson made history by becoming the first NFL player to rush for 2,000 yards in a season, gaining 200 yards in the game and finishing with 2,003 for the season.

1974
Joe Namath PFWA NFL Comeback Player of the Year

Joe Namath was named the PFWA NFL Comeback Player of the Year in 1974 for his remarkable comeback in the NFL.

1975-03-11
New York Jets NFL Season

The New York Jets NFL season in 1975 resulted in the team finishing 4th out of 5. The team included prominent players like Winner, Shipp, Riggins, Namath, and Caster.

1976-03-11
New York Jets NFL Season

The New York Jets NFL season in 1976 took place with the team finishing 4th out of 5. The team had notable players such as Holtz, Holovak, Gaines, Namath, and Knight.

1977-07
Joe Klecko's Jersey Retired

Joe Klecko's No. 73 jersey was retired by the New York Jets, recognizing his impact and legacy with the team.

1977-09
Jets' September Home Games at Giants Stadium

The Jets announced they would play two home games a year during the month of September at the Giants' new home in New Jersey, Giants Stadium.

1978-09
Agreement to Play September Home Games at Shea Stadium

In a lawsuit's settlement, the city agreed to allow the Jets to play two September home games a season at Shea beginning in 1978 for the remaining six years in the Jets' lease.

1979
New York Jets in NFL Season

In 1979, the New York Jets were part of the NFL season, securing the 3rd position out of 5 teams in their division with a record of 8 wins and 8 losses. The team included players like Michaels, Powell, Todd, Gaines, and Walker.

1980
New York Jets in NFL Season

In 1980, the New York Jets participated in the NFL season, finishing 5th out of 5 teams in their division with a record of 4 wins and 12 losses. The team had various players like Michaels, Todd, Dierking, and Harper.

1981-01-27
Wild Card vs Buffalo Bills

The New York Jets played against the Buffalo Bills in the Wild Card game on January 27, 1981, but unfortunately lost.

1982-01-01
Jets' First AFC Championship Game

In the 1982 season, the New York Jets made it to the AFC championship game for the first time, facing the Miami Dolphins.

1983-01-09
1982 Wild Card

The New York Jets achieved a victory against the Cincinnati Bengals in the Wild Card game on January 9, 1983, with a score of 44-17.

1983-01-15
1982 Divisional

On January 15, 1983, the New York Jets secured a victory against the Los Angeles Raiders in the Divisional game with a score of 17-14.

1983-01-23
1982 AFC Champ

The New York Jets faced the Miami Dolphins in the AFC Championship game on January 23, 1983, but were defeated with a score of 14-0.

1983-02-09
Walt Michaels Resigns as Head Coach

On February 9, 1983, Walt Michaels announced his resignation as the head coach of the New York Jets.

1983-12-10
Final Game at Shea Stadium

The Jets played their final game at Shea Stadium, losing to the Steelers 34-7, before announcing their intention to depart for New Jersey.

1984-02-09
Hess Acquires Full Ownership of the Jets

In 1984, Leon Hess acquired full ownership of the New York Jets when Helen Dillion sold her 25% interest to him.

1984-08-05
Jets' First Game in the 1984 Preseason at New Home

On August 5, 1984, the New York Jets played their first game in the 1984 preseason at their new home against the Cincinnati Bengals.

1984-09-06
Jets' First Regular Season Game at Giants Stadium

On September 6, 1984, the New York Jets played their first regular season game with Giants Stadium as their home base against the Steelers.

1985-12-28
First NFL Playoff Game at Giants Stadium

The Jets were featured in the first NFL playoff game in the stadium's history, falling to the Patriots on December 28, 1985.

1986-12-28
1986 Wild Card

The New York Jets secured a victory against the Kansas City Chiefs in the Wild Card game on December 28, 1986, with a score of 35-15.

1987-01-03
1986 Divisional

On January 3, 1987, the New York Jets faced the Cleveland Browns in the Divisional game, which ended in a loss for the Jets in overtime with a score of 23-20.

1988
Jets vs. Giants Regular Season Game

In 1988, the Jets and Giants met for the final game of the regular season, with the Jets emerging victorious and the Giants being eliminated from playoff contention.

1989-04-12
New York Jets vs. New England Patriots

The New York Jets faced off against the New England Patriots on April 12, 1989. The game concluded with a score of 11-15 in favor of the New England Patriots.

1989-12-18
Jets Hire Executive Dick Steinberg as General Manager

On December 18, 1989, the New York Jets hired executive Dick Steinberg from the New England Patriots to take over as general manager.

1990-06-10
New York Jets vs. Miami Dolphins

The New York Jets played against the Miami Dolphins on June 10, 1990. The game resulted in a score of 45-50 with the Miami Dolphins emerging as the victors.

1991-12-29
1991 Wild Card

The New York Jets played against the Houston Oilers in the Wild Card game on December 29, 1991, but unfortunately lost.

1992
New York Jets in NFL

In 1992, the New York Jets had a record of 4 wins and 12 losses, ranking 4th out of 5 teams in the division. The team was led by head coach Bruce Coslet and players like Lewis, Nagle, Baxter, and Moore.

1993
Jets Throwback Uniform

In 1993, the Jets wore a 'throwback' uniform to celebrate the 25th anniversary of the 1968 championship team, mimicking the 1963–77 design with regular green helmets featuring a white-outlined version of the 1965–77 logo decal.

1994-06-10
New York Jets NFL Season

The New York Jets NFL season in 1994 resulted in the team finishing 5th out of 5 in their division with a record of 6 wins and 10 losses. The team was coached by Pete Carroll and featured key players like Johnson, Esiason, Johnson, and Moore.

1995-03-13
New York Jets NFL Season

The New York Jets NFL season in 1995 saw the team finish 5th out of 5 in their division with a record of 3 wins and 13 losses. The team was led by head coach Rich Kotite and key players like Lewis, Esiason, Murrell, and Chrebet.

1996-12-20
Rich Kotite Resigns as Jets Head Coach

On December 20, 1996, Rich Kotite announced his resignation as the New York Jets' head coach, following the team's worst season in franchise history.

1997-01
Bill Parcells hired as Jets head coach

After a dispute with the Patriots, Bill Parcells was hired as the head coach of the New York Jets in 1997. The hiring process involved a legal battle and compensation in the form of draft picks.

1998-01-01
Jets' Transformation under Big Tuna

From 1998 to 2010, the New York Jets, under the leadership of coach Bill Parcells (Big Tuna), experienced a significant transformation, qualifying for the NFL playoffs seven times and making it to the AFC championship game three times.

1998-12-19
Jets clinch first NFL division crown

The New York Jets clinched their first NFL division crown with a victory over the Buffalo Bills on December 19, 1998, setting a franchise record for the number of victories in a season.

1999-01-10
1998 Divisional - Jacksonville Jaguars

The New York Jets faced the Jacksonville Jaguars in the 1998 Divisional game on January 10, 1999, securing a victory with a notable score.

1999-01-17
1998 AFC Champ - Denver Broncos

The New York Jets competed against the Denver Broncos in the 1998 AFC Championship game on January 17, 1999, resulting in a loss for the Jets.

1999-05-07
Death of Leon Hess

Leon Hess, the passionate owner of the Jets, passed away on May 7, 1999, without seeing his dream of the team reaching the Super Bowl realized.

2000-10-23
The Monday Night Miracle

The Jets completed an improbable victory on October 23, 2000, known as The Monday Night Miracle, by rallying in the fourth quarter and eventually winning in overtime with a 40-yard John Hall kick.

2001-01-18
Herman Edwards becomes Jets head coach

On January 18, 2001, Herman Edwards was announced as the new head coach of the New York Jets, marking a new era for the team under his leadership.

2001-09-23
Mo Lewis tackles Drew Bledsoe

On September 23, 2001, Jets linebacker Mo Lewis tackled Drew Bledsoe, leaving the veteran with internal bleeding, which provided an opportunity for Tom Brady to take over as the starting quarterback and escalate the rivalry between the Jets and the Patriots.

2002-01-12
2001 Wild Card - Oakland Raiders

The New York Jets played against the Oakland Raiders in the 2001 Wild Card game on January 12, 2002, resulting in a loss for the Jets.

2003-01-04
2002 Wild Card - Indianapolis Colts

The New York Jets faced the Indianapolis Colts in the 2002 Wild Card game on January 4, 2003, securing a victory with a significant score.

2003-01-12
2002 Divisional - Oakland Raiders

The New York Jets competed against the Oakland Raiders in the 2002 Divisional game on January 12, 2003, resulting in a loss for the Jets.

2003-06-10
New York Jets 4th of 32

In 2003, the New York Jets ranked 4th out of 32 teams in the NFL. The team had a successful season with notable performances from Edwards, Martin, Pennington, and Moss.

2004-01
Jets reach playoffs under Herman Edwards again

Despite challenges, the New York Jets reached the playoffs under the coaching of Herman Edwards again in 2004, demonstrating the team's resilience and competitive spirit.

2005-01-08
2004 Wild Card - San Diego Chargers

The New York Jets played against the San Diego Chargers in the 2004 Wild Card game on January 8, 2005, securing a victory in overtime.

2005-01-15
2004 Divisional - Pittsburgh Steelers

The New York Jets faced the Pittsburgh Steelers in the 2004 Divisional game on January 15, 2005, resulting in a loss for the Jets.

2006-01-06
Herman Edwards Resignation

Herman Edwards announced his resignation as head coach of the New York Jets to take the same position with Kansas City. The Jets received a 4th-round draft pick as compensation for Edwards.

2006-01-17
Hiring of Eric Mangini

New York announced the hiring of former Patriots defensive coordinator Eric Mangini as the head coach.

2006-12-29
Eric Mangini Fired

Mangini was fired after three seasons as head coach, with an overall record of 23–25.

2007-01-07
2006 Wild Card

The New York Jets faced the New England Patriots in the 2006 Wild Card round but unfortunately suffered a loss with a score of 37-16.

2008-08
Brett Favre traded to New York Jets

In the summer of 2008, the New York Jets traded for former Green Bay Packers quarterback Brett Favre in an attempt to improve the team's performance.

2009-01-20
Rex Ryan Hired

The Jets offered the head coach position to Baltimore Ravens defensive coordinator Rex Ryan, who accepted.

2010-01-09
2009 Wild Card

In the 2009 Wild Card round, the New York Jets played against the Cincinnati Bengals and secured a win with a score of 24-14.

2010-01-16
NY Jets' Last Playoff Win Over Patriots

The New York Jets' last playoff win over the Patriots occurred 13 years ago today.

2010-01-17
2009 Divisional Round

The New York Jets competed in the 2009 Divisional Round against the San Diego Chargers and emerged victorious with a score of 17-14.

2010-01-24
2009 AFC Championship

In the 2009 AFC Championship, the New York Jets faced the Indianapolis Colts but unfortunately suffered a loss with a score of 30-17.

2010-07-20
Establishment of Jets' Ring of Honor

The Jets established a Ring of Honor on July 20, 2010, to commemorate former players. Each season, players will be nominated by an internal committee and then inducted into the Ring.

2010-09-13
Jets' first regular season home game at MetLife Stadium

The Jets' first regular season home game at the new MetLife Stadium was held on September 13, 2010, and was shown nationwide on Monday Night Football. New York lost to the Ravens 10–9.

2011-01-08
2010 Wild Card

The New York Jets competed in the 2010 Wild Card round against the Indianapolis Colts and secured a win with a score of 17-16.

2011-01-16
2010 Divisional Round

In the 2010 Divisional Round, the New York Jets played against the New England Patriots and emerged victorious with a score of 28-21.

2011-01-23
2010 AFC Championship

The New York Jets faced the Pittsburgh Steelers in the 2010 AFC Championship but unfortunately lost the game.

2012-03-21
Tim Tebow Acquired

On March 21, 2012, the Jets acquired Tim Tebow from the Broncos in a trade involving lower-round draft picks.

2013
Marty Lyons Retirement

Marty Lyons, a defensive tackle for the New York Jets from 1979 to 1989, retired in 2013.

2014-12-29
Firing of John Idzik and Rex Ryan

Both John Idzik and Rex Ryan were fired on December 29, 2014, the day after the season ended.

2015-01-13
Hiring of Todd Bowles

The Jets announced the hiring of Arizona Cardinals defensive coordinator Todd Bowles as head coach.

2015-10-06
New York Jets Season

In 2015, the New York Jets had a season with notable players such as Bowles, Wilkerson, Fitzpatrick, Ivory, and Marshall.

2015-12-06
Jets vs. Giants Game

The Jets came from behind and won 23–20 in overtime against the Giants on December 6, 2015, in a game that reignited the rivalry between the two teams.

2016-11-04
New York Jets vs. Miami Dolphins

The New York Jets played against the Miami Dolphins on November 4, 2016. The Jets lost the game with a score of 27-23.

2017-11-04
New York Jets vs. Buffalo Bills

The New York Jets played against the Buffalo Bills on November 4, 2017. The Jets won the game with a score of 34-21.

2018
New York Jets in NFL

The 2018 season for the New York Jets saw them finishing 4th in their division. Under the coaching of Bowles, the team had notable players like Adams, Darnold, and Crowell.

2019-01-11
Hiring of Adam Gase as Jets Head Coach

The Jets announced the hiring of former Dolphins coach Adam Gase as their new head coach, a day before the 50th anniversary of their sole Super Bowl win.

2019-05-14
Firing of Maccagnan and Hiring of Joe Douglas

Maccagnan was fired and Adam Gase was made acting general manager. Joe Douglas, an Eagles executive and former player, was hired as Maccagnan's replacement on June 7, 2019.

2020-04-04
New York Jets NFL Season Opener

The New York Jets kicked off their 2020 NFL season with a game against their opponent. The game showcased standout plays from Gase, Hewitt, Darnold, Gore, and Crowder.

2021-01-14
Hiring of Robert Saleh as Jets Head Coach

The Jets announced the hiring of San Francisco 49ers defensive coordinator Robert Saleh as their new head coach on January 14, 2021.

2021-04-04
New York Jets NFL Season Opener

The New York Jets played their first game of the 2021 NFL season, facing off against their opponent. The game featured notable performances from Saleh, Moses, Wilson, Carter, and Moore.

2021-12-20
Jets' Playoff Contention Ends

On December 20, the Jets faded out of playoff contention, marking the end of the dream for a potential return for Aaron Rodgers.

2022-09-10
NY Jets Season Opener

The New York Jets' current schedule includes the season opener on September 10, 2022, marking the beginning of their upcoming games.

2023-10-29
Jets vs. Giants Game

The Jets won 13–10 in overtime against the Giants on October 29, 2023, intensifying the rivalry between the two teams.

2024-02-11
Jets releasing tight end C.J. Uzomah

The New York Jets have decided to release tight end C.J. Uzomah, a move that is reported to save the team $5.3 million. The decision was confirmed by an AP source.

2025-03-03
New York Jets at Buffalo Bills

The New York Jets are scheduled to play against the Buffalo Bills on March 3, 2025.

2025-03-07
New York Jets at Jacksonville Jaguars

The New York Jets will be competing against the Jacksonville Jaguars on March 7, 2025.

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