NFL quarterback whose number 12 was retired by the New York Jets (2 wds.) Crossword Clue

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Hint 1: Clue Definitions

QUARTERBACK (noun)
1. (football) the person who plays quarterback
2. (American football) the position of the football player in the backfield who directs the offensive play of his team
QUARTERBACK (verb)
1. play the quarterback
RETIRED (adjective)
1. no longer active in your work or profession

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