Football

After Jordyn Tyson was drafted by the New Orleans Saints, his brother, Cleveland Cavaliers SF Jaylon Tyson, left him a sweet voicemail: “You inspire me every day, not only as an athlete, but as a human being.”

Texas A&M WR KC Concepcion has something to say before the NFL Draft: “I’m the best receiver in this draft. But, at the end of the day, I’m so much more than just a football player.”

Denver Broncos QB Bo Nix pens a letter to his daughter, Riley: “Losing isn’t the end. Being doubted isn’t the end. Getting hurt isn’t the end. Sometimes it’s just a redirect.”

For Caleb Downs, playing safety isn’t just a position, it’s a responsibility earned through discipline, consistency, and a relentless drive to improve.

A.J. Green remembers his friend, Rondale Moore: “Man, I swear….. sometimes he really did feel like my son. I hope he knew I really did love him that way.”

Delanie Walker encourages men to get screened for prostate cancer: “Get that information. Set up a timeline. Take a second and give your doctor a call today. I promise you won’t regret it.” 

Drake Maye’s brothers, Luke, Cole and Beau, leave the New England Patriots QB an inspiring message before his Super Bowl debut: “Maye Way, baby. It’s what we live by. Be the leader, take control, and show no mercy.”

Nolan Smith had one job: find what sets them apart. Because having insurance isn’t the same as having State Farm.

New England Patriots WR Kayshon Boutte opens up about his past struggles with gambling addiction: “I’d wake up early in the morning, and the first thing I’d do was bet.”

Fernando Mendoza’s mom, Elsa, pens her son a letter: “Your accomplishments will NEVER impact how proud of you I am.” 

George Pickens was made to play for the Dallas Cowboys: “I was born for Showtime, bro.”

Notre Dame QB CJ Carr remembers his late brother: “After watching him be so tough, my context of what is truly hard is very different.”

Aaron Donald pens a letter to his younger self: “In life, there’s two feelings that just can’t be beat. The first is proving MF’ers wrong. The second is playing in the confetti.”

After losing his father and enduring a season-ending injury, Chris Godwin’s resilience never wavered: “Tampa always believed in me. That’s love.”

The Falcons’ photographers captured it all — the grit, the laughs, and the determination to win. Here’s a look inside.

Jeremiyah Love has a message for Notre Dame football fans: “It’s time to use that pain, and use that love. And put it all toward one goal.”

Will Johnson is ready to make his mark with the Cardinals: “My mission is clear. Prove everyone wrong. Prove myself right. Another ring to match the Natty.”

The Philadelphia Eagles tackle and his fiancée, Kelsey, are kicking off summer at Lake Texoma with a brand-new RV, perfectly outfitted for long fishing days, quiet nights, and a welcome break from the hustle of the NFL season.

Jordan Love in his own words: “Without that brotherhood of football, I never would have made it.”

When Garrett Wilson and Jaxon Smith-Njigba talk Wide Receiver U, it’s not up for debate. The two former college stars lay out their case for why they believe Ohio State is the true Wide Receiver U.

Mike Evans and Jerry Rice link up to talk all things route running, sharing records together, and what it means to be an original. 

Ronnie Stanley: “Football wasn’t my only, or true, purpose, but my vehicle for making the world a better place — something I believe should ultimately be part of everyone’s main purpose in life.”

Jack Bech wrote this letter to his older brother, Tiger, who was killed in the New Orleans terrorist attack earlier this year: “We’re going to the NFL, Tiger. We really, really did it.”

To all the NFL general managers, Ashton Jeanty wants you to read this before the draft: “I truly believe I was born to do this.”