Kayla Nicole just dropped a mic-worthy reaction that’s as spicy as Travis Kelce’s touchdown celebrations. The ex-flame of the Kansas City Chiefs’ tight end chimed in on the New York Jets reportedly skipping a Jerry Jeudy trade due to his low Madden rating. Yes, you heard that right — ratings drama IRL!
In just four words, Nicole managed to roast, laugh, and side-eye this interesting decision, leaving fans buzzing.
Jets’ Madden Madness: Kayla Nicole Roasts Woody Johnson’s Wild Decision
“The gaahdaaam Jets, man!” Nicole didn’t hold back in her latest IG story, reacting to the jaw-dropping report that Jets owner Woody Johnson nixed a trade for Jeudy over his Madden rating. Nicole’s four-word caption perfectly summed up what many fans are thinking: how is this real life?
Per NFL insider Dianna Russini (via The Athletic), Johnson shut down the idea of bringing Jeudy to New York last offseason, reportedly telling GM Joe Douglas the receiver’s Madden player rating wasn’t good enough.
Per the report, “Douglas told the Broncos that Johnson didn’t want to make the trade because the owner felt Jeudy’s player rating in ‘Madden NFL,’ the popular video game, wasn’t high enough, according to multiple league sources. The Broncos ultimately traded the receiver to the Cleveland Browns. Last Sunday, Jeudy crossed the 1,000-yard receiving mark for the first time in his career.”
The baffling decision exposes a bigger issue, though: Johnson’s outsized influence on football operations.
This isn’t just about a video game rating. It’s a reflection of a deeper dysfunction within the Jets organization. Johnson’s micromanagement has already raised eyebrows.
If the Jets want to get serious, they need to stop letting video games dictate personnel moves. Nicole’s exasperated reaction says it all — the Jets’ problems run deeper than their record. Change starts at the top, and until that happens, it’s hard to see Gang Green becoming contenders anytime soon.
Jets Fans React to Johnson’s Wild Call
Jets fans are riding a roller coaster of disbelief, and X is the front-row seat to their emotional meltdown. After news broke that Johnson vetoed a Jeudy trade over his Madden rating, reactions ranged from outrage to hilarity.
NFL analyst Dan Orlovsky summed it up with, “Lol this can’t be real life lol.”
lol this can’t be real life lol
— Dan Orlovsky (@danorlovsky7) December 19, 2024
Fans echoed his disbelief, with one lamenting, “Why do we deserve this?”
What did Jets fans do to you guys. Why do we deserve this
— ryan (@Ry_JMRK) December 19, 2024
The shared frustration is palpable — Jets Nation feels cursed, stuck in a never-ending loop of bizarre decisions.
One fan sarcastically quipped, “His kid told ‘em that,” suggesting this decision might’ve been inspired by family Madden sessions.
Another dug into Johnson’s age, saying, “He probably never even played Pong.” While funny, these tweets underline deeper frustrations with the owner’s hands-on approach.
For a team needing stability, this report stings. Jets fans aren’t just angry; they’re desperate for hope in a season marred by dysfunction.