Justin Fields Draws Strong Words From Jets Legend Joe Namath

At halftime against the Steelers, he was 9-for-11 for 134 yards with a 33-yard touchdown to former Ohio State Buckeyes teammate Garrett Wilson.

He also ran for two touchdowns, including a go-ahead score in the fourth quarter. Pittsburgh went on to squeak out a 34-32 victory. Still, Fields' dynamic performance left a strong impression on legendary Jets quarterback Joe Namath.

"I really like what I see of our team so far, both offensively and defensively," Namath wrote on X. "Justin Fields has brought something special to the offense - mobility! He’s turned some negative plays into positive ones with his ability to run."

Namath, 82, led the Jets to their only NFL championship in 1969 by beating the Baltimore Colts 16-7 in Super Bowl III.

The Pro Football Hall of Famer played 12 seasons in New York, accumulating 27,057 yards and 170 touchdowns through the air.

"Broadway Joe" was not an expert on mobility — he ran for 140 yards during his entire career — but Fields' ability to keep the Steelers defense off-balance was evident for everyone to see in Week 1. Fields finished 16-of-22 passing for 218 yards and the touchdown to Wilson. He added 48 yards and the two scores on the ground.

It marked a drastic shift from having Aaron Rodgers in the backfield last season. He traded places with Fields and returned to New York as the Steelers' starter on Sunday.