Jets Superfan Fireman Ed Claims He's Being Phased Out at MetLife Stadium
Fireman Ed, the passionate New York Jets superfan, has been an iconic figure at Jets games for decades. Famous for leading the crowd in the beloved "J-E-T-S! Jets! Jets! Jets!" chant, Ed Anzalone has become a staple of the game-day experience at MetLife Stadium. However, recent events have left Fireman Ed feeling sidelined, as he claims the Jets are phasing him out of his usual role of energizing the crowd on the stadium’s video boards.
In a recent Instagram video, Fireman Ed voiced his concerns about the lack of screen time during home games, stating that he and other superfans have not been featured as prominently during key moments. He pointed to the Jets' recent home games against the Denver Broncos and Buffalo Bills, where, after crucial plays like touchdowns, he was typically shown on the stadium's big screens to lead the chant. However, he says that has not been the case recently. Ed emphasized that his appearances and chants are integral to boosting the crowd's energy and giving the Jets a true home-field advantage.
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"I don't know what's going on," he said in the video, visibly frustrated. "But they're phasing us out, and we need to keep the tradition going. The fans expect it, and the team needs it for that extra boost."
Fans, however, seem divided on Fireman Ed’s concerns. While some support his claim, suggesting his chants have become part of the Jets' identity, others have expressed frustration. Many recall how Fireman Ed briefly stepped away from games in 2012 after the infamous "butt fumble" incident involving then-quarterback Mark Sanchez. He returned in 2015, but some fans feel that the time may have come for Ed to pass the torch, while others even went as far as to accuse him of entitlement.
Despite the mixed reactions, Fireman Ed remains committed to leading his trademark chant, especially with the Jets returning to MetLife Stadium for their next home game on October 31. For Ed, it’s not just about screen time; it’s about maintaining a long-standing tradition that he believes fuels the team and energizes the fan base.
As the Jets struggle with a 2-4 record, Ed believes the team needs all the support it can get, and the crowd's energy is crucial. Whether or not Fireman Ed continues to lead the chant on the big screens remains to be seen, but his devotion to the Jets is unwavering. "Go Jets!" he declared at the end of his video, hoping to rally the fans, despite the uncertainty surrounding his future on the stadium’s screens.
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