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The Players’ Tribune is a new media company that provides athletes with a platform to connect directly with their fans, in their own words. Founded by Derek Jeter, The Players’ Tribune publishes first-person articles from athletes, providing unique insight into the daily sports conversation. Through impactful and powerful long- and short-form articles, video series and podcasts, The Players’ Tribune brings fans closer than ever to the games they love.

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It’s been quite a ride up until this point. I’m not going to pretend to know what happens next.

Colt McCoy

Solomon Thomas pens a letter to his sister: “Ella, my sister, my best friend, my hero … I have a lot to tell you.”

Solomon Thomas

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.

Alex Okafor

DeMarcus Lawrence pens a letter to Tyrone Crawford: “In Dallas, from Day One, you were my big bro.”

DeMarcus Lawrence

Patrick Peterson says goodbye to Arizona: “What do you say to a city that’s not just a city — but truly your home?“

Patrick Peterson

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!

Cameron Jordan, Demario Davis, Mark Ingram II

Bud Dupree pens a thank you letter to Pittsburgh: “This tribute right here is for Steeler Nation.”

Bud Dupree
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During the 2013 championship game, the stadium went dark. Lights out. Delanie Walker, Ed Reed, Dennis Pitta and Michael Crabtree share the urban legend.

Delanie Walker, Ed Reed, Dennis Pitta, Michael Crabtree

I truly love you guys, and am so grateful for the support you’ve given me during my time here.

Kyle Rudolph

After going undrafted in 2011, Chris Harris Jr's wife, Leah, stood by his side as he pursued his NFL dream.

Chris Harris Jr.

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.

Marquise Goodwin

Phil has always been about faith, family and football — in that order.

Nick Hardwick