Former three-time All-Pro receiver Davante Adams has revealed how he secured his long-standing No. 17 jersey after joining the New York Jets in October 2024, describing a standoff with a rookie team-mate who had already claimed the number. Speaking on the podcast "Bussin' with the Boys," Adams explained he expected to wear the number he had used throughout his career without issue, only to find a young player unwilling to hand it over easily.

Adams said the rookie wide receiver initially demanded a hefty sum, reportedly around $1 million, before eventually relinquishing the number. The veteran ultimately used his seniority and standing within the team to resolve the dispute in his favour, securing No. 17 for his Jets tenure.