Originally Posted by
SamOF
Even though you obviously can't change the name on the ticket, you should be able to update the Secure flight info with "John," which should eliminate the 1% chance that it would cause a problem.
If it's an all-DL itinerary, then DL can easily change the name on the ticket. They may be reluctant to do so, but it's easily doable

. Problems arise when space is booked on other airlines....