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When Johnson became the U.S. ambassador to the United Kingdom, his brother Christopher took over as CEO and acting owner of the Jets in 2017. In 2021, after returning to the U.S., Woody Johnson returned as Jets chairman, while Christopher Johnson became vice-chairman.
Christopher Wold Johnson (born August 7, 1959) is an American businessman and sports executive who is the owner and vice chairman of the New York Jets of the National Football League (NFL). He is a great-grandson of Robert Wood Johnson I (co-founder of Johnson & Johnson ), and the brother of Woody Johnson who served as the United States ...
Jan 26, 2021 · Woody Johnson thanked his brother, Christopher, for leading the Jets while he was gone and welcomed Robert Saleh to New York.
Jan 21, 2021 · Johnson will resume his duties as the principal owner "quite soon," according Christopher Johnson, who ran the franchise during his older brother's absence.
Aug 3, 2023 · “Woody” Johnson first purchased the Jets in 2000 and has remained as chairman for 23 years. Before his purchase of the franchise, he was one of the founding members of Johnson & Johnson in helping oversee the company specializing in medical devices, pharmaceuticals, and consumer packaged goods.
Jun 16, 2021 · Johnson praised his younger brother, Christopher Johnson, who was the team's acting CEO during his time away, for his stewardship of the team that included the hiring of the new coach and GM.
Apr 4, 2019 · It all started five years ago when Jets owners Woody and Christopher Johnson had a vision for the future of their team. This vision not only involved a new uniform look but also encompassed the overall brand, appearance and feel of the New York Jets.
