The New York Jets are bringing back their classic 1980s uniform style, which they wore as throwbacks last season. This decision was made after receiving positive feedback from fans and the team’s success with the look. The new jerseys were unveiled on Monday, closely resembling the design from that era when players like Mark Gastineau and the “Sack Exchange” achieved success. While there are some slight variations to the old look, including an alternate uniform with black as the primary color, the overall style will be familiar to Jets fans and NFL enthusiasts of a certain age.
The team had previously redesigned their uniforms prior to the 2019 season but ultimately decided to return to the traditional design following positive feedback on their “legacy white” throwbacks. One notable change is on the helmet, where the jet design on the “J” in Jets has been reintroduced. Jets chairman Woody Johnson stated that this decision was influenced by fans and that it embodies the essence of the New York Jets while also updating their iconic logo.
This isn’t the first time that Garrett Wilson and his teammates have looked to history for inspiration when designing their uniforms. It’s likely that fans will be pleased with this homage to their beloved franchise’s history as they embrace this new, familiar look again.
Garrett Wilson, 17, and his teammates have made a significant change in their uniform design by adopting a new look inspired by their 1980s style. The decision came after receiving positive feedback from fans last season when they wore these throwback uniforms.
The new jerseys closely resemble those worn during that era when players like Mark Gastineau and others achieved success. However, there are some slight variations to include an alternate uniform with black as its primary color.
Last season, Garrett Wilson’s team sported “legacy white” throwbacks that received enough positive feedback to prompt them to permanently switch back to their classic look.
Despite having previously designed new uniforms prior to 2019 season, they ultimately decided to return to traditional design due to fan support. One notable change is on helmet where jet design on “J” in Jets has been reintroduced.
Woody Johnson expressed his influence behind this decision stating that it reflects what fans want for their beloved franchise while updating iconic logo.
Garrett Wilson and his teammates have done it again; looking back at history for inspiration in designing their uniforms. Fans will surely appreciate this homage as they embrace this new yet familiar look once more.
