Elon Musk Emerges as Betting Favorite to Take Over Struggling AFC Franchise
Elon Musk has recently become a betting favorite to take over as the new owner of a struggling AFC team, with the New York Jets emerging as the most likely candidate.
Following his victory in the 2024 U.S. presidential election, President Donald Trump appointed Musk and Vivek Ramaswamy as co-leaders of the newly formed Department of Government Efficiency. As if the CEO of Tesla, SpaceX, and X (formerly Twitter) wasn’t busy enough already, Musk has shown time and again that he’s never too fatigued to take on even more high-profile ventures. After all, with a net worth of over $300 billion, he certainly has the financial means to expand his portfolio.
According to the latest odds from Bovada, Musk now holds the second-best chance to replace Woody Johnson as the owner of the New York Jets. Johnson has been at the helm of the struggling AFC East team since 2000, but as Forbes’ 2024 valuation reveals, the franchise is currently worth $6.9 billion.
Johnson Under Fire Amid Disastrous Jets Season
Woody Johnson has faced intense criticism this season as the Jets’ 2024 campaign has fallen far short of expectations. After a hopeful off-season marked by the arrival of star quarterback Aaron Rodgers, the Jets have instead become a disaster, sitting near the bottom of the NFL standings with a dismal 3-8 record.
Although Johnson has not publicly expressed any desire to sell the Jets, there’s always a price that’s too good to refuse. With Musk’s vast fortune, it’s conceivable that he could make Johnson an offer he can’t turn down, ushering in a new era for the franchise.
Musk as Jets Owner: A Recipe for Headlines
Musk’s involvement in the NFL would undoubtedly stir up a whirlwind of media attention. Known for his polarizing presence, especially since acquiring Twitter and rebranding it to “X,” the idea of Musk owning one of the league’s most iconic teams is bound to generate endless headlines. The New York Jets, who have been a circus since their last playoff appearance in 2020, would see their already chaotic image take on an even more outlandish flavor under Musk’s ownership.
While some Jets fans would likely welcome the change in leadership, others might have reservations. Regardless, the mere thought of Musk steering the ship would set the stage for an unpredictable and fascinating future. With his reputation for innovation, controversy, and spectacle, the headlines would practically write themselves.
Though Johnson’s tenure as Jets owner might not be over yet, the possibility of Musk taking charge brings a new level of intrigue to the franchise’s future. Fans and analysts alike will be watching closely to see if the electric entrepreneur will make a move on the team, and what that would mean for the Jets and the NFL as a whole.
