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Green Smoke

Highlighting & celebrating Gang Green in London. If it’s the New York Jets and it’s happening in The Smoke, then we want to know about it

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  • “You’re Live in 3..2..1..”

    “You’re Live in 3..2..1..”

    From frustration to being heard, this is the moment where one fan’s voice reaches a wider audience, and the story of how passion turned into something much bigger.

    Green Smoke

    28th November 2023
    New York Jets, NFL
    American Football, Black Friday, Fireman Ed, Gang Green, Gang Green UK, Gotham City Crew, Jets, Manchester, Miami Dolphins, Neil Reynolds, New York Jets, NFL, NFL UK, Nic, Nick Mangold, Sky Sports, Sky TV, Tottenham Hotspur Stadium, Woody Johnson
  • A Tale of Two Stadiums

    A Tale of Two Stadiums

    A tale of two stadiums, two experiences, and one shared passion, this is a look at how Jets fandom feels on both sides of the Atlantic.

    Green Smoke

    12th November 2023
    New York Jets, NFL
    American Football, Atlanta Falcons, Covid, Covid-19, Darrelle Revis, Detroit Lions, Dolphins, Falcons, Fitzpatrick, Gang Green, Gang Green UK, Jets, John Bradley, Lions, London, London Games, London Monarchs, Miami Dolphins, New York Jets, NFL, NFL International Series, NFL London Games, NFL UK, Revis, Tottenham, Tottenham Hotspur Stadium, Wembley, Wembley Stadium
  • A Basement, a Barrow Boy & a Bottle of Sauce

    A Basement, a Barrow Boy & a Bottle of Sauce

    From a basement idea to something much bigger, this is a story of hustle, identity, and the moments that helped shape a growing Jets community.

    Green Smoke

    7th October 2023
    New York Jets, NFL
    American Football, Ant, Ant Cook, Anth, Anth Cooke, Barrow Bow & Banker, Christopher Johnson, Darrelle Revis, Gang Green, Gang Green UK, IMHA, IMHA initiative, Jets, London, London Bridge, London Games, New York Jets, NFL International Series, NFL London Games, NFL UK, Nick Mangold, Revis, UK & Ireland New York Jets Fan Club
  • Time to Say Goodbye (A Suicide Note)

    Time to Say Goodbye (A Suicide Note)

    A deeply personal and honest reflection on mental health, vulnerability, and finding a way through, showing that even in the darkest moments, you are not alone.

    Green Smoke

    10th September 2023
    New York Jets, NFL
    Gang Green, Gang Green UK, London, Mental Health, Mental Health Awareness, New York Jets, NFL, NFL UK, Nic, Suicide Prevention
  • ’Coz London Loves the Jets

    ’Coz London Loves the Jets

    London’s connection to the Jets runs deeper than you might think. From football to culture and history, this explores the surprising links that tie Gang Green to the capital.

    Green Smoke

    27th August 2023
    New York Jets, NFL
    AFC, Alasdair, Alasdair Mackay, American Football, Arsenal, Bobby Howfield, Cambridge, Cardiff, Chelsea, Dave Balcombe, Dick Steinberg, Edinburgh, Elton John, Everton, Finsbury Park, Freeman McNeil, Fulham, Gang Green, Good Morning America, Gotham City Crew, Green Park, Harry Kane, Hugh Grant, Hyde Park, John Crow, Johnny Hector, Liverpool, London, Londoner, Manchester United, Manny, Millwall, New York Jets, Newcastle, NFL, NFL UK, Robert Howfield, Scott Edney, Seb, Shea Stadium, Soccer, Spurs, Super Bowl, Tottenham, Tottenham Hotspur Stadium, UK & Ireland New York Jets Fan Club, Victor Ebubedike, Victor X, Wandsworth, Watford, Wembley, Wembley Stadium, YouTube
  • Why I Quit My Job for the Jets

    Why I Quit My Job for the Jets

    What happens when fandom stops being a hobby and starts shaping real-life decisions? A bold and personal look at passion, risk, and how far the Jets can take you.

    Green Smoke

    30th July 2023
    New York Jets, NFL
    49ers, Adam Gase, Al Toon, Alasdair, Alasdair Mackay, American Football, Armed Forces Radio, Big Apple, Bryce Petty, Butt Fumble, Channel 4, Dan Marino, First Down Newspaper, Gang Green, Hippodrome, Hippodrome Casino, Jon, Ken O’Brien, London, London Hippodrome, Manhattan, Manny, MetLife, New York, New York Jets, NFL, NFL UK, Nick Folk, Sack Exchange, Santonio Holmes, Sky Sports, Sky TV, Super Bowl, Tebow, Teletext, Thanksgiving, Vinny Testaverde, Wayne Chrebet, Wesley Walker, Woody Johnson
  • The London Hippodrome – a Jets history

    The London Hippodrome – a Jets history

    From just a handful of fans to a packed room in Leicester Square, this is the story of how the Hippodrome became the home of Jets fandom in London.

    Green Smoke

    2nd July 2023
    New York Jets, NFL
    Alasdair, Alasdair Mackay, Barrow Bow & Banker, Brandon Marshall, Casino, Cleveland Browns, Dave Balcombe, Gang Green, Gang Green UK, Hippodrome, Jon Love, London, London Bridge, London Hippodrome, Manny, New England Patriots, New York Jets, NFL, NFL UK, Nic, Nick Mangold, Nigel, Revis, Ryan Fitzpatrick, Sky TV, Trafalgar Square
  • An Ealing Victory

    An Ealing Victory

    A big moment for Ealing and the local game, this is the story of a hard-earned victory and what it means for a growing American football community in London.

    Green Smoke

    24th May 2023
    New York Jets, NFL
    American Football, Chicago Bears, Ealing, Ealing Fields, Ealing Trailfinders Rugby Club, Erik Coleman, Flag Football, Gang Green, London, New York Jets, NFL, NFL UK, Nic, Nick Mangold, Phoebe Schecter, Shaun Gayle, Tottenham Hotspur Stadium, West London
  • The Goddamn Jets: What’s the Game Plan?

    The Goddamn Jets: What’s the Game Plan?

    A frustrated look at the New York Jets’ lack of engagement in the UK, questioning what the plan really is and why fans feel left behind.

    Green Smoke

    10th May 2023
    New York Jets, NFL
    American Football, Barrow Bow & Banker, Big Apple, Charles Tyrwhitt, Christopher Johnson, CJ Uzomah, Flag Football, Gang Green, Gang Green UK, Hippodrome, IMHA, IMHA initiative, Instagram, John Crow, London, London Games, London Hippodrome, Miami Dolphins, New York Jets, NFL, NFL Draft, NFL International Series, NFL London Games, NFL UK, Nic, Nick Mangold, TalkSport, Thanksgiving, Tottenham, Tottenham Hotspur Stadium, Twitter, UK & Ireland New York Jets Fan Club, Watch Parties, Watch Party, Woody Johnson
  • American Football in London – More Than Just the Jets and the NFL…

    American Football in London – More Than Just the Jets and the NFL…

    There’s more to American football in London than just the NFL. A look at the grassroots game, local teams, and what happens when fandom turns into participation.

    Green Smoke

    6th May 2023
    New York Jets, NFL
    American Football, BAFA, Breece Hall, British American Football Association, Dublin, Finsbury Park, GamePass, Gang Green, London, London Blitz, London Games, London Olympians, London Warriors, MetLife, New York Jets, NFL International Series, NFL London Games, NFL UK, Nick Mangold, Seb, Soccer, Twitter, UK & Ireland New York Jets Fan Club
  • London Is Not Canton

    London Is Not Canton

    Why is everything centred on London? A sharp and honest look at how the NFL’s UK focus risks overlooking fans beyond the capital.

    Green Smoke

    7th April 2023
    New York Jets, NFL
    Armed Forces Radio, Canton, First Down, First Down Newspaper, Gang Green, Gus, Jets, Jim McMahon, London, London Games, London Underground, New England Patriots, New York Jets, NFL, NFL International Series, NFL London Games, NFL UK, NFLA, Super Bowl, Tottenham, Tottenham Hotspur Stadium, Touchdown Magazine, Twitter, Walter Payton, Wembley, Wembley Stadium
  • Finding Your People

    Finding Your People

    From watching alone to finding a community, this is the story of discovering your people and realising you’re not the only one flying the flag for Gang Green.

    Green Smoke

    11th March 2023
    New York Jets, NFL
    Alasdair, Barrow Bow & Banker, Becton, Commuter, Darrelle Revis, Gang Green, Gang Green UK, Green Bean, Green Smoke, Hippodrome, Jets Central, Leicester Square, London, London Bridge, New York Jets, NFL, NFL UK, Nick Mangold, Patriots, Revis, Sauce Gardner, Twitter
  • It Wasn’t Easy Being Green (and from London)

    It Wasn’t Easy Being Green (and from London)

    Before the growth of today’s fanbase, supporting the New York Jets from London felt very different. A reflection on identity, isolation, and what it meant to be Gang Green back then.

    Green Smoke

    11th February 2023
    New York Jets, NFL
    American Football, Ant, Ant Cook, Anth, Anth Cooke, Armed Forces Radio, Arnold Schwarzenegger, Barrow Bow & Banker, Channel 4, Covid, Covid-19, Fireman Ed, First Down, Gang Green, Gang Green UK, Gotham City Crew, Gridiron Magazine, Gridiron Sports, Hippodrome, IMHA, IMHA initiative, Jetman, Jets, Ken Thomas Annuals, Kimmi, London, London Games, Madden, Mark Gastineau, National Vintage League, Neil Reynolds, New York Jets, NFL, NFL International Series, NFL London Games, NFL UK, Nic, Nick Mangold, Nicky Horne, Sky TV, Slick Willies, Tailgating, Tiffany, Tottenham Hotspur Stadium, Twitter, Wayne Chrebet, Wembley, Wembley Stadium, West London
  • What Have You Done to MEEEE?!

    What Have You Done to MEEEE?!

    What have the Jets done to me? A raw and emotional look at the rollercoaster of fandom, and the grip this team can have on you, for better or worse.

    Green Smoke

    21st January 2023
    New York Jets, NFL
    American Football, Gang Green, Hippodrome, Jets, Kimmi, London, Man U, Manchester United, Manny, New York Jets, NFL, NFL UK, Sanchize, Wembley, Wrestling
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