NFL and all its teams honored memory of military service members on Veterans Day without any fumbles
America's most popular sports league long ago tied itself to the United States military through various programs, with color guard presentations during the national anthem, and impressive stadium flyovers, so it was no surprise Veterans Day was recognized by the league and all of its teams.
Key points
- THREE NFL TEAMS ROASTED FOR CELEBRATING INDIGENOUS PEOPLES' DAY ON COLUMBUS DAY, WHICH NO TEAM EVEN MENTIONED No team failed to make a public statement commemorating Veterans Day on its social media on Wednesday, with most tributes coming on their various X accounts while the Detroit Lions put their tribute on Instagram.
- "Honoring our military community means recognizing not only their service and sacrifice, but also the importance of standing alongside them and their families long after that service ends," said Anna Isaacson, NFL Senior Vice President of Social Responsibility.
- And we know what you're saying: It was Veterans Day, so of course NFL teams paid tribute to the United States Armed Services.
The NFL has actually been honoring service members, veterans and military families throughout November as its annual Salute to Service initiative began ahead of Week 9 games and will extend two more weeks to Week 11.
Additional details
- 25, 2025, most NFL teams recognized the undeniable fact it was Christmas Day and wished their millions of fans and followers a Merry Christmas.
- The NFL partners with the Bob Woodruff Foundation, Pat Tillman Foundation, Tragedy Assistance Program for Survivors (TAPS), United Service Organizations (USO) and Wounded Warrior Project to support mental health and wellness, education, career development and family assistance year-round.
- All 32 clubs will recognize the military community through special gameday tributes, community events and charitable initiatives that build on the league's year-round commitment to those who serve.
- THE NFL IS AMERICA'S MOST GOD-CENTERED PROFESSIONAL SPORTS LEAGUE AND SUNDAY'S GAMES CONTINUED TO PROVE IT They decided Christmas is too politically incorrect on Christmas so they went with a Happy Holiday greeting.
- We're proud of the work we've accomplished alongside our charitable partners and remain dedicated to supporting the military community in meaningful ways throughout the year." FOLLOW ARMANDO SALGUERO ON X: @ARMANDOSALGUERO.
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