What else was he gonna say, Jets fans?
It’s not exactly earth-shattering to say that Tom Brady is the best quarterback in NFL history, but I’m sure it’s hard for Gang Green Nation to hear coming from the most legendary passer in their own franchise’s history.
Appearing on the Howard Stern Show, Namath talked about why Brady takes the top spot on his list:
Tom is the best. I’ve been asked that question for many years. And Johnny U (Unitas) was my hero, Otto Graham was great. Slingin’ Sammy Baugh. I go back, these guys.