JetBlue Posted February 8, 2016 Share Posted February 8, 2016 I know a lot of you don't what Kaepernick because you think he is a bum, but apparently Joe Namath disagrees with you. Don't shoot the messenger.... Joe Namath thinks Jets should work to bring Colin Kaepernick to Gang Green Joe Namath didn't offer any guarantees, but the greatest quarterback in Jets history believes that Colin Kaepernick might make sense for a franchise starving for a long-term solution at the game's most important position. The Daily News' report last week that Kaepernick wants out of San Francisco and prefers to join the Jets prompted Brandon Marshall to declare that hedidn't want the disgruntled 49ers signal caller, because of his belief in Ryan Fitzpatrick. Namath, the only true franchise quarterback for the star-crossed franchise, didn't quite take the same hard line stance as the Jets receiver. JETS WR BRANDON MARSHALL: I DON'T WANT COLIN KAEPERNICK "I think he should consider that a little more," Namath told ESPN 98.7 on Fridayof Marshall's stance. "I know that Fitzpatrick did a wonderful job this year. Whenever I'm asked to critique what I've seen and what I feel, I know that he would like to throw the ball more accurately given the chance. You need more than one quarterback on a team. If Kaepernick were available, I'd certainly consider bringing him in, yes." The Jets recently became aware of Kaepernick's desire to bolt San Francisco, but must tread lightly given the league's tampering rules. MEHTA: KAEPERNICK JUST MIGHT THE FRANCHISE QB JETS NEED Although the 28-year-old quarterback is under contract until 2020, he became disillusioned with the organization during a tumultuous 2015 season. It's unclear whether the divide between the player and organization (that includesnew head coach Chip Kelly) can be bridged, but Kaepernick is rehabbing his surgically repaired shoulder, thumb and knee in Colorado rather than at the 49ers team facility. Kaepernick is amenable to playing for several teams, but the Jets are his preference due to professional and personal reasons, according to sources. The Jets, still hopeful of re-signing 33-year-old Fitzpatrick, were intrigued upon hearing of Kaepernick's interest in them, but are still in the early stages of their off-season planning and evaluations (in-house free agents, salary cap casualties, etc). MATT SLOCUM/AP Former Jets quarterback Joe Namath thinks the Jets need to explore any opportunities with Colin Kaepernick. FOLLOW THE DAILY NEWS SPORTS ON FACEBOOK. "LIKE" US HERE. Kaepernick's $11.9 million base salary for 2016 becomes fully guaranteed on April 1. Marshall made it clear last week that he's interested in the Jets signing one guy — and one guy only — to lead the Jets in 2016. "I don't want Kaepernick," Marshall said on ESPN’s First Take. "I think he's good. My guy's Fitz. It's nothing against Kaepernick." Namath wouldn't shy away from adding Kaepernick even if Fitzpatrick is re-signed. "I can appreciate where Brandon is coming from," Namath told 98.7. "He's endorsing his man. I can believe that. I can understand that, I promise you. But as a fan, as I'm looking at it, excuse me? Things can change like that. A guy falls on his shoulder… what are you going to do? If you got a chance at getting Kaepernick… Kaepernick has got a long career ahead of him and he's only going to get better." The Jets brain trust would be doing a disservice by not exploring the possibility of adding the talented Kaepernick. Nobody would be outraged if Mike Maccagnan passed on Kaepernick, whose mental grasp of playing quarterback is a concern, according to league insiders, after a fair evaluation. The general manager, however, would be doing a disservice to the organization by not thoroughly examining the situation. http://www.nydailynews.com/sports/football/jets/joe-namath-jets-colin-kaepernick-article-1.2523941 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ben Had Posted February 8, 2016 Share Posted February 8, 2016 Wonder if he sobered up from last night yet. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Beerfish Posted February 8, 2016 Share Posted February 8, 2016 Why is Joes opinion any more relevant than any of us schleps? Great part of the team history, I like some of his opinions well enough but he says just as many dubious things as any one of us. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hawk Posted February 8, 2016 Share Posted February 8, 2016 I seriously can't wait till this guy fades away into the sunset. No one cares what he thinks, simply because he is an idiot, but that one time, forever ago, he helped the Jets win the super bowl. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jetfuel Posted February 8, 2016 Share Posted February 8, 2016 He also said they should consider bringing in Peyton Manning the other day. He is a true legend and arguably the best QB to ever play for the Jets, but it's definitely time to stop listening to his suggestions. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Spoot-Face Posted February 8, 2016 Share Posted February 8, 2016 So... Manish's BS article is having credence lent to it because of this guy: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
drdetroit Posted February 8, 2016 Share Posted February 8, 2016 Again with this stupidity? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Blackout Posted February 8, 2016 Share Posted February 8, 2016 Dear God no Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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