Davante Adams details $1 million jersey number demand from Jets rookie
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 4, 2026, 4:04 AM
Last updated Aug 4, 2026
Davante Adams, now with the Rams, shared a story about a rookie from his brief time with the Jets. When Adams wanted to claim his No. 17 jersey, the rookie asked for $1 million, despite minimal playtime. Adams offered cash and new jerseys for the rookie's family, but the request was declined. Instead, Adams went to Jets owner Woody Johnson, who granted Adams the jersey number. Adams continues to perform well in subsequent seasons with the Rams.
- •Davante Adams recalls the incident on 'Bussin’ With The Boys.'
- •A Jets rookie demanded $1 million for Adams' jersey number.
- •Adams was prepared to pay a cash sum and gift jerseys.
- •The Jets owner intervened, allowing Adams to take the number.
- •Adams had a successful 2025 season with 60 receptions and 14 touchdowns.
- 4:04 AMYahoo Sports — Rams’ Davante Adams recalls absurd amount Jets rookie wanted for jersey number
"Rams WR Davante Adams recalls the time when he joined the Jets and a rookie asked him for $1 million to give away his jersey number 17.
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