Before he was President, Donald Trump was the owner of the New Jersey Generals, a team in the United States Football League (USFL). Now, a cool memento from that moment in time is hitting the auction block!
For those too young to remember, Trump was famously the majority owner of the USFL’s New Jersey Generals in 1984. He even had his own white, red, and blue team jacket to prove it. Grey Flannel Auctions now has its hands on this rare item, and it’s slated to go to the highest bidder!
The jacket features a Generals logo patch, Trump’s name stitched in red on the chest, and the original O’SHEA label sewn inside the neckline — a true collector’s piece for sports and political memorabilia enthusiasts alike.
So, what happened to the USFL? Trump infamously filed a lawsuit against the NFL, aiming to force a merger between the two leagues. However, the lawsuit ended with what many call a “victory in name only” — the USFL won a $1 judgment, which was tripled to $3 under antitrust laws. This outcome was a major blow to the league’s future.
Many believe Trump’s legal actions played a significant role in the USFL’s collapse in 1986, after the league lost over $163 million. Despite its short life, the USFL featured several notable players, including Jim Kelly, Steve Young, and Reggie White. Additionally, Herschel Walker — a former Generals running back and Trump’s current friend as well as a United States Ambassador — was part of the league’s legacy.
This auction is a rare opportunity to own a piece of sports history connected to a unique chapter in both football and political history. Stay tuned for updates on the bidding and final sale!
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