Bob Lederer considers Jan. 12, 1969, the most exciting sports day of his life. That is when, as a 16-year-old growing up in New York, his beloved Jets pulled off a stunning upset of the Baltimore Colts in Super Bowl III. This preceded the Amazin’ Mets World Series victory in the fall of 1969 and cemented the superstardom of Jets quarterback Broadway Joe Namath. He famously predicted the upset, but he credits “39 Forgotten” teammates as being instrumental in the team’s unforgettable season. With the 50th anniversary of Super Bowl III fast approaching, “Beyond Broadway Joe” profiles Namath and every one of his teammates (a number who are no longer alive) to capture as much of their untold story as possible.
