Ep 8. Joe Theismann
- September 28, 2016
Undeniable with Joe Buck season 2 episode 8 delves into the life and career of legendary NFL quarterback Joe Theismann. Known for his successful run with the Washington Redskins in the 1980s, Theismann shares his incredible journey with Buck and opens up about some of the highs and lows he experienced throughout his storied career.
As a young boy growing up in New Brunswick, New Jersey, Theismann's passion for football was ignited after watching his older brothers play the sport. He quickly developed a love for the game and began playing himself, eventually earning a scholarship to attend the University of Notre Dame.
It was there that Theismann first made his mark on the football field, leading the Fighting Irish to a national championship in 1973. His success at Notre Dame led to an opportunity to play in the NFL, and Theismann was drafted by the Miami Dolphins in 1971.
Despite his early success with the Dolphins, Theismann struggled to find his footing in the NFL in the early years of his career. He was traded to the Washington Redskins in 1974, where he spent the next 12 seasons establishing himself as one of the league's top quarterbacks.
During his time in Washington, Theismann led the Redskins to two Super Bowl appearances, winning the title in 1982. He was named the NFL's Most Valuable Player in 1983 and was selected to the Pro Bowl two times in his career.
Throughout the episode, Theismann reflects on some of the defining moments of his football career, including the infamous play in 1985 in which he suffered a career-ending injury after being tackled by Lawrence Taylor of the New York Giants.
He discusses how he dealt with the aftermath of the injury and how he has since moved on from it, building a successful broadcasting career and pursuing other interests outside of football.
Buck and Theismann also discuss some of the challenges and criticisms that come with being a quarterback in the NFL, including the pressure to perform and the scrutiny that comes with being in the spotlight.
As the episode comes to a close, viewers are left with a deep appreciation for Theismann's remarkable career and the impact he had on the game of football. Through his candid and heartfelt reflections, Joe Theismann proves himself to be an undeniable force both on and off the field.
