SOUTH RIVER, NJ— This past weekend, former NFL quarterback Joe Theismann was celebrated in his hometown with a street sign dedication ceremony. Arlington Avenue, where he grew up, was honorarily renamed Joe Theismann Way.
The event attracted community members and fans who gathered to honor the sports legend. After the ceremony, Theismann expressed his gratitude towards the local officers and participated in a photo opportunity with them.
The South River Police Department shared the occasion on their social media, highlighting the memorable day. The gesture reflects the town’s pride in Theismann’s achievements both on and off the football field.
This renaming ceremony underscores the community’s ongoing respect and admiration for Theismann, marking his legacy in a place that shaped his early life and career.
The street now known as Joe Theismann Way stands as a lasting tribute to the hometown hero’s enduring impact in South River.