Follow usNY Jets QB Zach Wilson was sacked 4 times within a day – 3 times by the New England Patriots on Sunday and 1 time on Monday by Joe Namath, the most iconic player in Jets history.
𝗧𝗥𝗘𝗡𝗗𝗜𝗡𝗚: Despite being heavily bashed by the media, fans and even former #Jets players, Zach Wilson remains completely professional and respectful when answering questions… it makes me want to see him succeed.
He was told about what #Chiefs LB Willie Gay said (Jets… pic.twitter.com/4sVIVPfWC4
— JPAFootball (@jasrifootball) September 28, 2023
Talking for the 1st time on Namath’s scathing criticism, the quarterback insisted he didn’t take his comments personally.
“To be fair, he’s passionate,” the Jets quarterback shared, smiling. “He’s obviously 1 of the greats, so as an offense, we’ve got to do everything we can try to prove that he is not right.”
Namath (80) had enough of Zach’s struggles, blasted the 1st round pick, and claimed that his performance was “disgusting” and that he’s “seen enough of him,” thinking that the 3rd season QB will never develop into an elite player.
The New York franchise was hit hard by Namath’s comments, but most managers and players were careful not to say anything wrong about that.
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