Episode 2,751 - Little Apple to the Big Apple: The Journey of VJ Payne w/Tim Fitzgerald

About this episode

Scott Mason interviews Tim Fitzgerald about the journey of Jets' safety VJ Payne, covering his background and fit with the team.

Scott Mason talks with Tim Fitzgerald of Gopowercat.com about the Jets' newest safety, VJ Payne! Tim discusses: -Payne's family and high school career -What led Payne to Kansas State -Fighting for playing time as a true freshman -Ascent in 2024 and 2025 -Durability and character -Good fit with the Jets? and much more! Check out the Play Like A Jet store and get your "Play Like A Jet" logo shirt RIGHT NOW! Hoodies, hats, mugs, etc.....also available! https://www.teepublic.com/t-shirt/19770068-play-like-a-jet-logo-shirt?store_id=717242 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

People in this episode

Host: Scott Mason

Guest: Tim Fitzgerald

Topics covered

• New York Jets
• VJ Payne
• Kansas State
• football career
• safety position
• NFL draft

Keywords

• New York Jets
• VJ Payne
• Tim Fitzgerald
• Kansas State
• football
• NFL

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Gopowercat.com

Places: Kansas State

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