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Top Facts about Joe Namath


Without question Joe Namath is one of the most famous nfl quarterbacks of all time.  Everyone who is old enough will never forget the timeless image of Broadway Joe leaving the field in superbowl III with his finger in the air signifying victory.  That bold prediction is a symbol for a player who was truely one of the greats of the game.  While everyone remembers the Joe Namath that made the prediction and the Joe Namath that dated supermodels, but most forget how truely great a plater Namath was in his prime.

Here are some great facts about Joe Namath;

1) He was drafted #1 overall by the New York Jets in 1965 in the American Football League draft and #12 overall by the St. Louis Rams in the NFL draft.  He was drated from the Alabama Crimson Tide.

2)  He was a five time probowl player for the New York Jets

3) Only once made the All NFL Team

4) Elected to the Hall of Fame in 1985

5) Joe namath was the 1968 and 1969 AFL player of the year.

6) In 1966 and 1967 he statistically led sevens categories in passing including yards, attempts and completions.  In addition he had 173 touchdowns in his illustrious career.

7) He led the crimson tide to a national championship for Paul Bear Bryant in 1964.

In his rookie campaign, he threw for 2000+ yards and 18 touchdowns.

There is no question that Broadway Joe Namath is one of the most famous athletes of all time.  If it was not for his injuries, his statistical numbers would have been even more spectacular then they already are.

Amazng NY Jets Joe Namath rookie card Montage ed to 25
Amazng NY Jets Joe Namath rookie card Montage ed to 25
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