(ChurchLeaders) When pro athletes talk, people tend to listen. With social media, the “megaphone” of sports stars now reaches even farther, and many Christian football players use their platform to spread the Gospel.
An estimated three-fourths of NFL starting quarterbacks are evangelical Christian football players. Russell Wilson, Nick Foles, and recently retired Drew Brees are among the QBs that ChurchLeaders has previously profiled.
12 Christian Football Players in the NFL
Here’s a closer look at 12 other gridiron greats, team president, and recent retiree who are not only Christian football players but are also outspoken about their Christian faith: