Unitas

[ yoo-nahy-tuhs ]

noun

1. John Constantine JohnnyJohnny U, 1933–2002, U.S. football player.

Example Sentences

In keeping with his fearless playing style, Tarkenton dived in with abandon, using his opening monologue to unflinchingly belt out a version of “Feelings” that was flat as a Johnny Unitas haircut.

From Los Angeles Times

“You had Johnny Unitas, you had Brooks Robinson, you had Wes Unseld. You had these three really great teams.”

From Seattle Times

A 27-17 win over the Raiders sent the Colts back again, with future NFL coach Ray Perkins catching a long touchdown pass from Unitas on the worn-down field at Memorial Stadium.

From Seattle Times

Irsay has been a fixture around team headquarters since his father bought the Los Angeles Rams and swapped franchises with the late Carroll Rosenbloom to acquire the Colts, starting his career as a ballboy when Hall of Fame quarterback John Unitas was still playing in Baltimore.

From Seattle Times

Ryan threw three touchdown passes to Gary Collins as the Browns shocked Hall of Famer Johnny Unitas and the favored Baltimore Colts 27-0 on Dec. 27, 1964.

From Washington Times