Jets Respond to Media Accusations Over N.J. National Guard Relationship

[JetNation]

Statement on Misleading Reports Regarding Jets and NJ National Guard

 

The New York Jets hold in the highest esteem the service and sacrifice of the brave men and women in the armed forces, and our longstanding ties to all branches of the U.S. Military are among our most important relationships. Unfortunately, the recent media coverage of our contract with the New Jersey National Guard has unfairly cast doubt on the sincerity of these relationships. The media coverage was based on misrepresentations and blatant factual errors.

The facts are that from 2011-2014 the New Jersey National Guard (and, to clarify, no other Military branch) had an advertising and promotional contract with the Jets. The National Guard approached us, seeking our promotional assets to reach their target audience. The National Guard, and the U.S. Military in general, spend millions annually to maintain an all-volunteer force. As a National Guard spokesman recently confirmed, his organization has found it effective to use some of its budget with the Jets, the NFL, and other sports properties. Our understanding is that this arrangement was similar in content to other sports advertising expenditures made by the National Guard.

Over the years the Jets have consistently supported all branches of the armed forces – with no strings attached. Since 2000 (well before our relationship with the New Jersey National Guard), we have recognized the armed forces at our annual Military Appreciation Day. We have also proudly made substantial donations to military causes, including a recent $1 million donation to Building for America’s Bravest, a program that builds homes for catastrophically injured soldiers. We are privileged to be able to express our gratitude to U.S. Military personnel in this way, and proud of how these efforts have been embraced by our fans.

It is for this reason that we take such exception to the shameful manner in which our contract with the National Guard (which has since expired) has been distorted. Going forward, we will pay closer attention to ensuring that any arrangement we have with a government entity is clearly identified.  However, the suggestion by critics that our long track record of honoring military service was improperly motivated is patently offensive. It may also unfairly place some of our fans in the unfortunate position of questioning our intentions any time they see a military presence at a Jets home game or event.

We are proud that our support of the armed forces is unwavering and will continue in the future. We hope that our critics will show similar support.

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[AFJF]

Glad the Jets stood up and defended themselves when accused of wrongdoing.  That's what you do when you're not guilty.

[jgb]

When they produce a text from the Jets VP of marketing that says "i am not going to ESPN... Yet" then i will be worried.

Cant wait to see how many "cheat points" yourteamcheats.com assigns to the Jets for this. My guess is 7,000.

[AFJF]

When they produce a text from the Jets VP of marketing that says "i am not going to ESPN... Yet" then i will be worried.

Cant wait to see how many "cheat points" yourteamcheats.com assigns to the Jets for this. My guess is 7,000.

 

Boomer Esiason said it best...headline should have been "Jets donate one million dollars to military charity" but instead they go with "Jets got $370K for recruiting"....gotta' love the NY media.

[CaliforniaJet]

This is a witch hunt from the NFL!!!

[Jet9]

Some people should watch NASCAR and realize the federal govt spends a sh*t ton on advertising.

[Sperm Edwards]

Guys if you can't keep politics out of this thread it'll have to be closed. 

[drdetroit]

Some people should watch NASCAR and realize the federal govt spends a sh*t ton on advertising.

The National Guard sponsors entire race cars. Who are these journalists they have to be the dumbest laziest Giants fans ever.

[drdetroit]

Guys I'm really trying to understand Christies argument. The govt and the NFL, not just the Jets but the entire league, entered into a voluntary written contract and now just the jets nobody else should renege on the contract. Because?

The fat f Christie also said the NFL is unfairly targeting Brady because he's "wealthy and handsome" awww.

If Christie is going to blow the people of New Hampshire just do it literally. Open up a stand and offer free bj's to all the voters.

[jgb]

Guys I'm really trying to understand Christies argument. The govt and the NFL, not just the Jets but the entire league, entered into a voluntary written contract and now just the jets nobody else should renege on the contract. Because?

The fat f Christie also said the NFL is unfairly targeting Brady because he's "wealthy and handsome" awww.

If Christie is going to blow the people of New Hampshire just do it literally. Open up a stand and offer free bj's to all the voters.

He is a Cowboys fan what do you expect