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The 49ers’ Charvarius Ward
The 49ers’ loss to the Chiefs in Super Bowl 58 was not all that old when cornerback Charvarius Ward noted a tweet from Jets cornerback Sauce Gardner. To be fair, Gardner was not so much trashing the 49ers as he was giving a thumbs-up to the Chiefs and their ability to squeeze out wins when they look overmatched.
Three times in this postseason, in fact, it looked like the Chiefs were not the better team, but walked away with wins over Buffalo, Baltimore and now, the 49ers.
#49ers Charvarius Ward and #Jets Sauce Gardner beefing đ
“Yo a** ain’t never sniffed the playoffs. You watching from the couch. Worry bout the sorry a** JETS.”
So Gardner tweeted late Sunday night/early Monday morning: “I told y’all. The 9ers might look better on paper but the Chiefs always find a way.”
Ward, in a post he later deleted, shot right back at Gardner: “Boy yo a** ain’t never sniffed the playoffs. You watching from the couch. Worry bout the sorry ass JETS. Everybody got something to say about the team in the Super Bowl. Your opinion doesn’t need to be heard kid.”
Gardner has, individually, established himself as an elite cornerback in the NFL, earning two All-Pro selections in his first two seasons in the NFL. He led the NFL with 20 passes defended as a rookie. He is only 23 and has a bright career in front of him.
Maybe that is why Ward, who is 27 and has been in the NFL for six seasons, including one in which he won a championship with the Chiefsâwhen they beat the 49ers in 2019âdecided to delete the tweet. Gardner is young and pretty obviously meant no harm, was not taking a cheap shot at the 49ers.
Gardner, who usually is active on social media, made that point later two hours later: “49ers fans so mad I stated facts. They literally an elite team all around. Y’all take everything the wrong way on this app lol.”
49ers fans so mad I stated facts. They literally an elite team all around. Y’all take everything the wrong way on this app lol
JETS’ DISAPPOINTING SEASON UNDER GARDNER LEAVES FANS WANTING MORE
In a stunning turn of events, the New York Jets have once again failed to make it to the postseason. Since Gardner’s arrival in the NFL two years ago, the team’s record stands at a dismal 14-20. It’s clear that the Jets have been nothing short of a sad sack during this time.
The disappointment was palpable in the postgame locker room, especially for Ward. Having previously played for the Kansas City Chiefs, Ward felt a personal sting when they chose not to re-sign him as a free agent in 2022. Despite knowing that financial constraints played a role in their decision, Ward couldn’t help but feel a sense of vengeance towards a team that didn’t prioritize him.
Reflecting on the game, Ward acknowledged the Chiefs’ victory. “We felt like we were the best team in the league this season, but, I mean, we weren’t. We were the second-best team in the league this year. Shout out to Kansas City, they played a good game.”
Although the season had its moments, Ward didn’t find solace in any moral victories. He made it clear that the ultimate goal for the Jets is winning a Super Bowl, and falling short of that was a bitter pill to swallow. Looking ahead, Ward is determined to use this disappointment as fuel to prepare for the next season and strive towards their ultimate goal.
In conclusion, the Jets’ lackluster performance under Gardner has left fans yearning for more. The team’s failure to make it to the postseason in both of Gardner’s seasons is a clear indication that changes need to be made. Ward’s personal disappointment with the Chiefs only adds fuel to the fire. Despite a good season, the Jets are focused on one thing: winning a Super Bowl. It’s time for them to regroup, prepare for the future, and work towards their ultimate goal.
According to the Source heavy.com