Johnson's State of the Jets press conference

On Sept. 16, Jets owner Christopher Johnson addressed the media. This was four days after the team’s opening-day loss to Buffalo, which was treated like Armageddon in much of Jets Nation. Johnson talked about that game and more in this press briefing:

Johnson’s opening statement: It’s been a long time since I talked to you guys collectively, and I just want to say one quick thing, which is that this is an unprecedented year, this is a weird year, it is a scary year and we’ve all been challenged. I want to express my thanks to the front line workers and first responders who have kept us safe. I want to send my condolences to people who have been hurt, and people who have been lost, in particular to the New York Post, and your photographer, Anthony (Causi), who will be missed (he died from COVID-19). I just want to let you guys know, we’re going to do something special for Anthony.

Connor Hughes, The Athletic: Christopher, where would you assess the state of the team at this point after the opener?

Johnson: That was not what anyone was hoping for. It was a bad game on all fronts. I do think the Jets have more new pieces, more moving pieces than most teams. Just look at our offensive line. I think they will correct themselves. I feel that you are going to see a different team moving ahead, but it was a mess on Sunday, no question. I was not happy about that at all.

Rich Cimini, ESPN: The fan base is not an Adam Gase fan base. They seem to be really against the coach. What gives you the confidence he’s the right guy?