President Trump to nominate Jets owner Woody Johnson as ambassador to U.K.

President Donald Trump is stirring a potential shakeup for the New York Jets.

The team confirmed Thursday night that the President "intends to nominate" Jets owner Woody Johnson to serve as the U.S. ambassador to the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland.

If the Senate confirms Johnson's nomination, his brother, Christopher Johnson, will step in as the team's chairman and CEO and oversee the Jets' daily operations.

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“The New York Jets have been an integral part of our family since 2000, but this is a unique opportunity for Woody. His patriotism and commitment to our country have always been a passion of his,” said Christopher Johnson in a statement.

“Over the years, we have learned that ownership of the New York Jets is a special responsibility. Personally, if Woody is nominated and confirmed, I would be honored to oversee the organization, continuing to build a team on and off the field that our fans are proud of and deserve.” 

It's not an unprecedented situation in the NFL. Late Pittsburgh Steelers owner Dan Rooney served as the the U.S. ambassador to Ireland for more than three years under President Barack Obama.

The Jets are coming off a last-place finish in the AFC East and have purged their roster of most high-priced veterans this offseason, signalling a complete rebuild under general manager Mike Maccagnan and coach Todd Bowles.

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