Football Players who Played for Jets and Lions
There is a good chance that if you’ve found this page then you’re playing the Immaculate Grid.
That also means that today’s grid has asked for players that have played for both the New York Jets and Detroit Lions.
And, it also means that you’re probably stuck on this particular box and you’re looking for a little help. Sound about right so far?
Well, good news, you’re in the right place.
I’ve done some research and have found players who played for both the Jets and the Lions.
Josh McCown
Josh McCown, known for his resilience and adaptability, carved out a noteworthy 17-year career in the NFL – mostly as a reliable backup quarterback.
From his entry into the league with the Arizona Cardinals in 2002, he played for 9 different teams, a few times as the starting QB, but also stepping in and performing effectively whenever called upon when he wasn’t.
He threw for over 17,000 yards and 98 touchdowns, holding a career passer rating of around 80. Particularly impressive stints came with the Chicago Bears in 2013 and the New York Jets in 2017.
*McCown was previously the most popular pick for this square (Grid 8)
Damien Woody
Damien Woody is a two-time Super Bowl Champion and Pro Bowler (Patriots) who enjoyed a productive career as an offensive lineman in the NFL. After a standout career at Boston College, he was selected 17th overall in the 1999 NFL Draft by the New England Patriots.
In New England, he played a crucial role in protecting quarterback Tom Brady, winning two Super Bowls (XXXVI and XXXVIII) with the team. Woody played center for the Patriots, then transitioned to right tackle when he joined the Detroit Lions in 2004, demonstrating his versatility on the offensive line.
He concluded his playing career with the New York Jets from 2008 to 2010. Since retiring from football, he has established himself as a respected analyst for ESPN.
Frank Reich
Frank Reich’s career in the NFL is marked by both his tenure as a player and a coach. He was drafted in the third round of the 1985 NFL Draft by the Buffalo Bills. During his playing days, Reich served primarily as a backup quarterback, most notably to Hall of Famer Jim Kelly.
Reich’s playing career spanned over a decade, and he played for teams including the Buffalo Bills, Carolina Panthers, New York Jets, and Detroit Lions. One of the highlights of his playing career came in the ’92 playoffs when he led the Bills to the largest comeback in NFL history, erasing a 32-point deficit to defeat the Houston Oilers in OT.
After retiring as a player, Reich transitioned into coaching, where he has enjoyed significant success. He took on various roles, working his way up the coaching ladder. Reich was the offensive coordinator for the Philadelphia Eagles when they won Super Bowl LII.
