“Because Vince Lombardi Never Did That!”: Former President Donald Trump Makes a Grand Comparison Between This Current NFL Coach and the Man After Whom the Super Bowl Trophy Is Named

New York Jets and Cleveland Browns played out one of the most exciting battles in Week 2. In the end, the Green Gang clinched the nail-biter, 31-30. The hard-fought win impressed several fans, and head coach Robert Saleh received a surprise call from former US President Donald Trump.

The Republican called the 43-year-old coach to congratulate him on the team’s stunning victory. The 76-year-old compared Saleh with Vince Lombardi, one of the greatest coaches in NFL history. He also added Saleh is better than Lombardi. “Coach, you’re greater than Vince Lombardi, because Vince Lombardi never did that. He was never able to pull out a game like that because that was the craziest thing I’ve ever seen,” said Trump.

Trump and strained relationship with the NFL, a thing of the past?

The former US President’s tweet raises talks about whether he has moved on after the rift with American football. Trump’s gesture also hints he wants to be a part of America’s beloved sport. He attempted to purchase an NFL team in 1981, as he sought ownership of the Baltimore Colts. 

Earlier in his presidency, he called for a boycott of the NFL. This was following the US national anthem kneeling protest in which many players took part. Big Donald had a troubled relationship with sporting icons. In 2017, Trump tweeted against NBA champion Stephen Curry. He accused the Golden State Warriors player of refusing his invitation to visit the White House.

Why Vince Lombardi is an NFL legend

The late veteran Lombardi led Packers to five championship wins. He functioned as head coach for nine seasons. His team won the first two Super Bowls, and the trophy given to the champion now bears Lombardi’s name. Lombardi left a huge void after he passed away in 1970. He never had a losing season as a coach in the NFL. 

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New York Jets last won an NFL trophy in 1969. Star QB Zach Wilson is poised to make a return after his knee injury. An impact maker, the 23-year-old is often compared to Patrick Mahomes by the fans and analysts. The Jets lost to Cincinnati Bengals 27-12 in the last game. They will meet the Pittsburgh Steelers next week. Robert Saleh and Co. will look for a comeback.

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