I Need to Say Some Things to Ella
Solomon Thomas pens a letter to his sister: “Ella, my sister, my best friend, my hero … I have a lot to tell you.”
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Solomon Thomas pens a letter to his sister: “Ella, my sister, my best friend, my hero … I have a lot to tell you.”
When Shaquill and Shaquem reflect on their NFL journey, they point to their mom as a constant source of support.
After losing his mom to leukemia last June, Alex Okafor writes a letter to her in honor of Mother's Day and begins with an apology.
From backyard football to the NFL, the Edmunds brothers were born for competition.
Shaq Thompson explains how his surrounding community introduced him to his life’s purpose in philanthropy.
DeMarcus Lawrence pens a letter to Tyrone Crawford: “In Dallas, from Day One, you were my big bro.”
Patrick Peterson says goodbye to Arizona: “What do you say to a city that’s not just a city — but truly your home?“
Dwight Freeney describes the best play he ever made
Double D, Double D! The Mississippi MUD LEGEND and Saints All-Pro linebacker — Demario Davis — pops in for the Season 1 finale of Truss Levelz!
Bud Dupree pens a thank you letter to Pittsburgh: “This tribute right here is for Steeler Nation.”
During the 2013 championship game, the stadium went dark. Lights out. Delanie Walker, Ed Reed, Dennis Pitta and Michael Crabtree share the urban legend.
I truly love you guys, and am so grateful for the support you’ve given me during my time here.
I can’t sit around and listen to people talk about how “bad people go to prison,” when I know it’s way more complicated than that.
After bringing home a title, Leonard Fournette has a message for Tampa.
After going undrafted in 2011, Chris Harris Jr's wife, Leah, stood by his side as he pursued his NFL dream.
Ten years into their relationship, Chris Harris Jr. and his wife, Leah, have a long list of accomplishments.
Even after losing three children, Marquise Goodwin and his wife, Morgan, never gave up hope. Now, they have a beautiful daughter — Marae. This is their story.
Back then, I’m at the top of the mountain. I’m 26 years old. I’m the quarterback of the greatest franchise in the NFL.
Phil has always been about faith, family and football — in that order.
There’s an intensity here that’s not normal. And I say that as an 11-year vet.
It’s time for my second annual Players’ Tribune letter to y’all — and I’ve got a lot on my mind.
Sometimes I feel like no matter what I say next, it’s impossible for people to understand how I really feel.
Marvin Jones Jr. shares his family's personal story and how love has powered the next chapter of their lives.
In honor of Veteran's Day, Aaron Jones shares his gratitude for all who have put their lives on the line.