After his father passed from lung cancer, Johnathan Joseph struggled. His feeling of loss resonates with many. The cornerback shares his family's experience.

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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?“
Nine-time Pro Bowler and Super Bowl Champion DeMarcus Ware gives Nate Robinson a glimpse into his Dallas 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.
Marquise Goodwin and his wife, Morgan, overcame loss through love and faith.
I’d like to tell you about the 2002 Bucs, but to do so, I need to explain who we were at the time.
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.
Following his injury in 2017, Ryan Shazier’s wedding was more than a celebration of love. It was a celebration of strength.
Justin Tuck's words of wisdom to the Chiefs and Buccaneers as they prepare for Sunday's title game: play for each other.