Chapter 267

“I thought Steve and I could trade in our military uniforms for burgundy, gold, and white. If we negotiated together, we’d be able to get a better contract,” reasoned Jared.

“You guys are thinking about playing pro-football after all of this time?” asked Naomi. “Won’t you be too old and slow by next year, at least for football on that level?”

“Ye of little faith,” responded Jared. “Steve may be a little soft and have to work his way back into playing shape, but I could start for any pro team right now.”

“What do you think, Steve?” asked Gwen curiously.

“He’s right,” answered Steve simply. “Jared would be a force to be reckoned with, that’s for sure. I don’t know where my skill level would be compared to professional players.”

“You’re so modest,” chuckled Gwen. “You know you’d be the best quarterback in the league. If you two played on the same team, and in Washington, Naomi and I’d probably be able to go to your games. Could we maybe visit you guys in t