Joe Namath and the New York Jets were featured on the cover of Sports Illustrated on this date in 1969 after he led his professional Jets to an exhibition win over the College All-Stars in Chicago ...

He was a lovable rogue, admired by men and adored by women. It was a time when he could get away with "I like my Johnnie Walker Red and my women blonde," and not be bashed by some women's group.

Hall of Famer Joe Namath is the only quarterback to ever bring the New York Jets a Lombardi Trophy, but he strongly believes Aaron Rodgers can become just the second signal-caller ever to lead Gang ...

Played 13 seasons as quarterback for the New York Jets (1965-1976) and the Los Angeles Rams (1977). Excelled at basketball in high school and was offered a professional baseball contract when he ...