Woody Johnsons sons, Madden video game blamed for influencing critical Jets decisions

Apparently, Madden is life for the Jets.Jets owner Woody Johnson nixed a potential trade for former Broncos star and current Browns wide receiver Jerry Jeudy because his “Madden NFL” rating was too low, as relayed by former Jets general manager Joe Douglas to Denver, according to The Athletic.Nixing that trade over a video game rating shows the alleged influence Johnson’s teenage sons, Brick, an 18-year-old freshman at Harvard, and the younger Jack, have within the organization.It also allegedly was not the only time that Johnson referenced Madden ratings regarding a decision.Johnson declined comment regarding the allegations to the outlet and the Jets disputed the claims of the sons’ influence.“It is used as a reference point; it is not determinative,” the spokesperson told The Athletic.“It’s really sad that an adult would use a misleading anecdote about teenagers to make their father look bad.

It’s ridiculous, quite honestly, the idea that this was used to influence the opinion of experienced executives.“(The sons) have no roles in the organization.It’s completely ridiculous to suggest that any outside info is intended to replace the opinions of (Woody Johnson’s) staff.”With the Jets missing the playoffs for an active big four record 14th straight season, all eyes are on Johnson and how he will attempt to fix his floundering franchise.Johnson fired Douglas along with coach Robert Saleh this season and it did not change his team’s fortunes.The Athletic’s piece stated sources believe Johnson is “consumed” with the public’s perception of his team, even once holding onto the last pick of the draft so the Jets could trade “Mr.

Irrelevant.”Johnson also allegedly now leans more on his teenage sons, even including them in meetings at the team’s Florham Park facility.The sons are believed to be the reason why Johnson will share social media reactions or X posts from various outlets with the team’s top executives.Douglas also...