In a surprising turn of events, New York Jets owner Woody Johnson found himself at the center of a leaked NFLPA report card controversy. Despite his initial request to keep these evaluations under wraps, the grades slipped through the cracks, revealing a “B” grade for the Jets' ownership group. This puts them on par with franchises like the Eagles, Cowboys, Giants, and Rams.
The leaked report card paints an intriguing picture of where teams stand in terms of player satisfaction. The Vikings, Ravens, Broncos, and Commanders all earned top marks with an A+, while the Cardinals languished at the bottom with an F.
It's worth noting that Johnson's reaction to last year's report was less than favorable. After receiving an “F” grade, he dismissed the evaluations as “totally bogus.”
Fast forward to this year, and the Jets have made significant strides, climbing to a respectable “B.” This improvement suggests that the franchise is moving in the right direction, at least in the eyes of its players.
Diving deeper into the specifics, the Jets' report card shows mixed results. While they received an “F-” for the Home Game Field, other areas like Treatment of Families and Nutritionist/Dietician scored impressively high with a B+ and A, respectively. The Offensive Coordinator received a B-, indicating room for growth, but overall, the players seem content with the changes.
Here's a snapshot of the Jets' grades:
- Treatment of Families: B+
- Home Game Field: F-
- Food/Dining Area: B
- Nutritionist/Dietician: A
- Locker Room: A-
- Training Room: B
- Training Staff: B+
- Weight Room: B+
- Strength Coaches: A
- Position Coaches: B
- Offensive Coordinator: B-
- Defensive Coordinator: B+
- Special Teams Coordinator: A
- Team Travel: B+
- Head Coach: A
- General Manager: A-
- Team Ownership: B
The Jets' journey from an “F” to a “B” is a testament to the changes implemented by Johnson and his team. While there's still work to be done, especially regarding the Home Game Field, the overall trajectory is promising. The Jets are clearly making efforts to enhance the player experience, and if this trend continues, they could soon be among the top-rated teams in the league.