Bleacher Report · Aug 16, 2021
Former Jets HC Joe Walton Dies At Age 85
Former Robert Morris University and New York Jets head coach Joe Walton died on Sunday at the age of 85.
Robert Morris' athletic department announced the news in an official statement.
Joe Theismann, who was coached by Walton for three seasons with the Washington Football Team from 1978-80, posted a message on Twitter about his former offensive coordinator:
Joe Theismann Coach Joe Walton passed today. He was my coach, and my friend. He taught me how to play QB at the pro level. He touched so many lives whether it was in pro ball or at the college level. We all have a part of Joe with us. Rest In Peace Pops.
