New York Jets owner Woody Johnson has acknowledged his critical role in the team's disappointing 5-12 season, stating a commitment to being a better owner in 2025. Johnson, who took a more hands-on approach last season, fired head coach Robert Saleh mid-season and also dismissed general manager Joe Douglas. Despite the best roster he claims to have assembled, the Jets under interim coach Jeff Ulbrich performed poorly, winning only three out of twelve games. Johnson has hinted at a shift towards a more supportive role for new head coach Aaron Glenn and general manager Darren Mougey, expressing the need for patience as they develop.

Although Johnson faced scrutiny for his involvement in personnel decisions, he defended himself against reports of dysfunction within the organization as exaggerations. With a history of playoff appearances in his first eleven years of ownership, he recognizes the current 14-year playoff drought as unacceptable. Johnson's future approach includes trusting his new leadership and allowing them to evolve in their roles, emphasizing the importance of patience and support.