Joe Theismann is one of the most famous names in football history, as well as one of the most renowned members of the Washington Redskins.
Between 1971 and 1985, Theismann broke records and became a threat on the football field that was unprecedented. He began playing for the Toronto Argonauts in 1971, while playing for the Canadian Football League. He signed on for $50,000 per season. He had been selected by the Miami Dolphins in the 39th round of the draft in 1971, but the negotiations he was having with the Dolphins failed.
In Theismann's first year with the Argonauts, they had a 10-4 record with Theismann as their quarterback. His first year was also the year in which he passed 278 passes and completed 148 of them. Those passes totaled 2,440 yards and 17 touchdowns resulted. Unfortunately, he played a short season in 1972 because he was injured and couldn't play.
The Redskins
Theismann continued to play with the Argonauts until the Washington Redskins acquired him. He was determined to be in the NFL and volunteered to be the punt returner for the Redskins. It was in 1978 that he moved to quarterback
From there, he would make two football appearances with the Redskins with one win under his belt. During his career, he would set a number of Redskins records, which included the most passing attempts and the most completions in a career. He also threw a total of 160 touchdown passes.
Theismann because the NFL MVP in 1983, which is an incredible honor. He also made two Pro Bowl appearances and won Player of the Game in the second game.
During play, Theismann would not wear helmets with the standard facemask, but, instead, wore a one bar facemask so that he could see. He claimed the two bar facemask obstructed his view.
Career End
It may be fair to say that Joe Theismann's career was ended prematurely because of an injury. He was sacked during a game and this caused him to sustain a compound fracture to his leg. It is this injury that has been cited as being "The Most Shocking Moment in History" due to a poll of television viewers on ESPN. It is said that no one who saw that hit could ever forget it. The image that was shown of Theismann's injury was burned into the minds of all who saw.
After Football
After football, Theismann has been involved in broadcasting. For 25 years he has offered his expertise in evaluating game films and so much more.
Theismann is also a restaurant owner. He owns the Joe Theismann Restaurant in Alexandria, Virginia. He opened it in 1976 and it continues to bring in a lot of business. So although his career was ended so abruptly, Theismann continues to contribute to the world of football and will for many years to come.
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