Legendary NFL quarterback Joe Namath is asking for prayers this weekend.
The Hall of Fame New York Jets quarterback is known for his time in the league, though prior to starring in the NFL, he played collegiately at Alabama. Namath, now 82, played collegiately at Alabama from 1962 to ’64. He played for the legendary Bear Bryant. Namath led the Crimson Tide to a national championship during his final season in 1964. He went 29-4 during three seasons as a starting quarterback.
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Namath had a lot of great teammates in Tuscaloosa. Unfortunately, one of them passed away on Saturday. Namath is asking for prayers for his family.
EAST RUTHERFORD, NEW JERSEY – SEPTEMBER 19: (NEW YORK DAILIES OUT) New York Jets legend Joe Namath attends a game against the New England Patriots at MetLife Stadium on September 19, 2021 in East Rutherford, New Jersey. The Patriots defeated the Jets 25-6. (Photo by Jim McIsaac/Getty Images)Jim McIsaac/Getty Images
The legendary NFL quarterback took to social media to ask for prayers for his former teammate, Lee Roy Jordan, who starred at Alabama before going on to play for the Dallas Cowboys.
“Before we Crimson Tide fans get in to the game, I’d like us all to pay our respects to Lee Roy and send our love to Biddie and the Jordan family,” he wrote.
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The Cowboys are saddened by his passing
Lee Roy Jordan, who made five Pro Bowls and is a member of the team’s Ring of Honor, passed away on Saturday. He was 84.
“With fearless instincts, leadership and a relentless work ethic, Jordan was the embodiment of the Cowboys’ spirit,” team owner, president and general manager Jerry Jones said in a statement. “Off the field, his commitment to his community was the centerpiece of his life after retiring in 1976. His legacy lives on as a model of dedication, integrity and toughness.”
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Jordan was one of the best players in franchise history.
“According to Pro Football Reference, Jordan is also one of only five linebackers in NFL history with at least 30 interceptions and 15 fumble recoveries. He recorded three interceptions in one game against the Cincinnati Bengals on Nov. 4, 1973, returning one for a touchdown, and notably had two picks during the Cowboys’ run to the Super Bowl in 1971,” the team said.
“And though sacks weren’t an official statistic during his era, that same website credits him with 19.5 for his career. With that kind of overall production, he was named to the Pro Bowl five times and earned second-team All-Pro nods in both 1969 and 1973.”
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May he rest in peace.
This story was originally reported by The Spun on Aug 31, 2025, where it first appeared in the NFL section. Add The Spun as a Preferred Source by clicking here.