Joe Namath Graduates: UA National Champion Receives Diploma

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Joe Namath, the legendary quarterback who led the University of Alabama to a national championship in 1964, returned to campus to receive his diploma 42 years after leaving school. This event marks a significant milestone in Namath's life, as he finally completes his academic journey. The discussion humorously speculates about his potential future endeavors, including a fictional Ph.D. in astronomy and a collaboration with Brian May of Queen, highlighting the blend of sports and pop culture surrounding Namath's legacy.

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TUSCALOOSA, Ala. (AP) — Broadway Joe was back on campus, finally getting a diploma to go with his football accolades.

Joe Namath, who won a national championship with the Crimson Tide in 1964 but quit school before going on to become a pro football great, returned to the University of Alabama on Friday to pick up the degree he earned 42 years later. [continued]
http://ap.google.com/article/ALeqM5iWeS71tQm4MrO1-2T9mtDV7bt7EwD8THFCPO0

Would you believe me if I said that he got a Ph.D. in astronomy and will soon co-author a paper with Brian May, formerly of the rock group Queen?

No? Good. :biggrin:
 
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I might believe you if you said that he got an endorsement to do panty-hose commercials, though.