Football legend Joe Namath has given his support for Geno Smith as the New York Jets' main quarterback.
Joe Namath Endorses Geno Smith as Jets' Starting Quarterback
In a surprising turn of events at the 75th annual awards, football legend Joe Namath endorsed Geno Smith as the starting quarterback for his old team, the New York Jets. This endorsement came as a surprise, considering the ongoing contract drama between Smith and the Jets, as well as the strong performance of Ryan Fitzpatrick last season.
Smith, who is expected to be the quarterback for the Jets this year, had a rocky start in his first two seasons as the primary starter. He threw 25 touchdown passes and 34 interceptions, a statistic that raised concerns about his ability to lead the team. However, Namath believes that Smith has grown, filled out stronger, and become more mature.
Last season was the first time in Fitzpatrick's career that he played with a good team and excelled. He led the Jets to 10 wins, setting career highs in yards (3,905) and touchdowns (31). Despite this impressive performance, Namath suggested that Fitzpatrick may not recognize the importance of playing with a good team.
The contract drama between Fitzpatrick and the Jets has been ongoing for months. Fitzpatrick turned down the Jets' reported three-year offer with $15 million guaranteed, and his agent was trying to secure a number that the Jets wouldn't give. In contrast, Namath stated that Smith was ahead of Fitzpatrick athletically last year.
IK Enemkpali's punch last August, which broke Smith's jaw, prevented him from starting again. However, Namath remains hopeful for Smith's future with the team. He even expressed hope for seeing Giants fans in the Super Bowl and supporting the Jets.
The New York Jets have officially named Zach Wilson as their starting quarterback for the next season, bringing an end to the speculation surrounding Smith and Fitzpatrick's future with the team. Despite this, Namath's endorsement of Smith is a testament to the young quarterback's potential and growth.
In a separate event, Joe Namath received the Father of the Year honor from the National Father's Day Committee. Vice President Joe Biden, who was running late to receive his Father of the Year Award at the Marriott Marquis in Manhattan on Tuesday, praised Namath as an inspiration and a real father.
With the new season approaching, the Jets and their fans are eager to see how Smith will perform as the starting quarterback. The team's future looks promising, and with Namath's endorsement, Smith is ready to prove his worth on the field.
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