Titanic Changes

Experience a landmark moment in professional football history! The New York Titans, an American Football League (AFL) team, underwent a significant transformation in 1963. Entrepreneur Sonny Werblin's acquisition on March 28 ushered in a new era with a fresh name and revitalized spirit for the franchise. This pivotal shift redefined the team's future and left a lasting impact on the AFL.

In ProFootball: 1963, the football team known as the New York Titans, part of the AFL, embarked on a transformative journey under the ownership of Sonny Werblin. This acquisition on EventDay in 1963 (April 15) signaled a central turning point for the franchise. Werblin's influence promised substantial changes, including a new identity designed to captivate fans and solidify their position within the league.

This pivotal year saw the New York Titans adopt a new identity: the New York Jets. This name change, spearheaded by Sonny Werblin, represented a bold step forward for the AFL team. The year 1963 became synonymous with this crucial evolution, forever associating Werblin's vision with the franchise's rebranding and its aspirations within the American Football League.