I knew I had a good shot at getting Ajene, as he had signed for me the previous year for me no problem, so I went ahead and printed out a custom of him from his time in H-Town in 2023. Not to mention I picked up on the fact it was his birthday so I could use that to my advantage.
He really liked the custom I did of him and kept the extra I had. I forgot to get him to sign the base card but at least I got him to sign the red parallel.
During the game he almost picked off a pass he would’ve easily returned for 6. I should’ve asked him for his gloves- but I forgot.
CARD: Upper Deck UFL 2024, Upper Deck UFL 2024 Printing Plate, Upper Deck USFL 2023 ACQUIRED: IP 2025, San Antonio Brahmas v Memphis Showboats, Epack 2025
CAREER SNAPSHOT:
Jonathan Adams played WR from 2017-’20 for Arkansas State.
During his time at the school, his catches, yards, and TDs grew exponentially every season.
In his senior season with the Red Wolves, he compiled 79 receptions for 1,111 yards and 12 TDs.
Had an impressive camp with the Lions after going undrafted in 2021, but would be later cut before camp concluded.
Selected by the New Orleans Breakers of the USFL in 2022.
Hauled in 31 passes for 406 yards and 3 TDs that season.
In 2023, Jonathan caught 41 passes for 511 yards and 2 TDs.
When the USFL and XFL merged, the Breakers were not retained.
Adams was selected during the 2024 dispersal draft by the Memphis Showboats.
Continued to showcase his abilities catching 33 passes for 441 yards and a TD in 2024, and 30 passes for 407 yards and 2 TD in 2025.
NOTES:
Jonathan Adams was the prize I was after from the Memphis game since Darius Victor was no longer on the squad. He had a really nice Breakers card from the USFL set I wanted. (Random note- but apparently the Breakers gear still sells quite well despite the franchise going on hiatus during the merger.) Adams is overshadowed by other talent in the UFL, but continues to be a consistent and solid performer, despite the QB and offensive issues in Memphis.
I was really happy to get Jonathan’s autograph on a printer’s plate, although he’s so lanky and large in this photo, he looks like a linebacker instead.
CARDS: Pro Set 1989 ACQUIRED: 2021, Future Considerations
CAREER SNAPSHOT:
Scott Norwood played kicker at James Madison from 1978-’81.
He was also a talented soccer player as well.
Signed with the Atlanta Falcons in 1982 but did not make the roster.
Joined the USFL playing for the Birmingham Stallions from 1983-’84.
Was 38 of 39 on XP and 28 of 38 on field goals, scoring 122 points.
After the collapse of the USFL, Scott signed with the Buffalo Bills in 1984.
In 1988, kicked a league leading 32 field goals and had 122 points.
Led the NFL in extra points in both 1990 and 1991.
Released after the ’91 season in favor of Steve Christie.
At time of retirement was the team’s all time leading scorer with 670 points.
ACCOLADES:
Pro Bowl 1988
All Pro 1988
NOTES:
I’m not sure if it’s true or if it’s an urban legend but it’s said that the song ‘Stuck in a Moment’ by U2 from their album ‘Beautiful Day’, was inspired by Scott’s struggles after missing the game winning kick in Super Bowl XXV. The video certainly hints to that as it takes place in a football stadium.
I really feel for Scott. He really took a beating in the media after missing the kick and the Bills unceremoniously dumped him after the 1991 season. Even after his career long ended, he was subjected to autograph hunters that wanted him to sign memorabilia that had to do with the kick, or personalize it with ‘wide right’. How can you move on when you are constantly reminded of it?
Scott obviously really doesn’t sign TTM, so when my friend Rick said he had an extra to give me, I was more than happy to take this off his hands.
Celebrating the game, the players, the cards, and the autographs for over 25 years.
