What year did the NY Titans change to NY Jets?

Answer 1

1963. They had gone bankrupt under Harry Wismer and the AFL took over the team in 1962. In March 1963 David A. Werblin and several officials of the Monmouth Park horse track purchased the team. Werblin changed their colors to reflect St. Patrick's Day and he changed the name because he felt the name Jet had more appeal.

Answer 2

1960, originally called the New York Titans. The official name of the club was The Titans of New York.

Answer 3

1970, but they entered the AFL in 1960.

Answer 4

1960, as the New York Titans. they were one of the original AFL franchises.

Answer 5

1959 as the New York Titans - they first played in 1960.