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Rookie QB Austin Reed signs as free agent with Bears, is 'nothing without my Lord and Savior'

The Chicago Bears signed free-agent rookie QB Austin Reed, who is unashamed in sharing his faith. "I trust in the Lord with a lot of things."

SS PODCAST: Air Force football coach Tim Horton on discipleship, putting Christ first

The Air Force assistant coach talks about putting Jesus Christ first and lessons learned from his coaching father.

Broncos rookie QB Bo Nix believes that God 'put me here in Denver for a reason'

The Broncos made Oregon's Bo Nix the record 6th QB taken in the first 12 NFL draft picks. "I believe that God has a plan for me and my life."

SS PODCAST: Commanders punter Tress Way on 10 years in the NFL, living for Christ

The Commanders punter talks about living for Jesus, his 10 years in the NFL, and the decision to adopt a child.

Jayden Daniels goes No. 2 in NFL draft to Commanders, knows 'anything is possible' with God

Jayden Daniels went No. 2 overall in the NFL draft to Washington. "I just know that it’s God’s plan with everything," he said in the fall.

SS PODCAST: Texans QB Case Keenum on his improbable NFL career, running after Jesus

The Texans QB talks about his improbable NFL career, being part of a new culture with Houston, and chasing after God.

SS PODCAST: Former Ole Miss football player KD Hill on losing his leg in a car accident

The former Ole Miss football player talks about his unwavering faith after suffering a car accident that took his right leg.

SS PODCAST: North Alabama coach Brent Dearmon on finding his identity in Christ

The North Alabama coach talks about God's perfect plan, finding his identity in Christ, and gratitude.

Justin Dungy, son of Hall of Fame coach Tony Dungy, heads to Butler 'dialed in on God'

Hall of Fame coach Tony Dungy's son Justin is headed to Butler as a cornerback, and also as close as he's ever been with God.

SS PODCAST: Super Bowl-winning QB, UAB head coach Trent Dilfer on God directing his steps

The Super Bowl-winning QB talks about his new role as the UAB head coach & trusting in God's plan to direct his steps.

UNC football players Jahvaree Ritzie, Kaimon Rucker get baptized, 'passing from old to new'

UNC team chaplain Mitch Mason baptized defensive linemen Jahvaree Ritzie and Kaimon Rucker. "It is passing from old to new."

SS PODCAST: NFL chaplains Kent Chevalier & Johnny Shelton on remaining rooted in Christ

The Steelers and Ravens chaplains talk about ministering to NFL players and handling sudden change.

Cowboys LB Leighton Vander Esch retires, trusts in God's 'unwavering love and guidance'

Dallas Cowboys LB Leighton Vander Esch trusts in God as he enters retirement. "I strive to let you work through me in this next chapter."

New QB Kirk Cousins introduced with Atlanta Falcons 'as God's plan would have it'

Signing with the Falcons made sense for QB Kirk Cousins and his family, yet he knows it was God who has providentially placed him there.

Jaguars' DaVon Hamilton gets baptized after year of highs & lows: 'All praise to God'

After a rollercoaster year, Jaguars defensive lineman DaVon Hamilton got baptized, posting on Instagram, "All Praise to God."

49ers QB Brock Purdy, girlfriend Jenna get married, seek to 'grow together in Christ'

San Francisco 49ers QB Brock Purdy married his longtime girlfriend, Jenna, as the couple seeks a life together founded on Jesus Christ.

NFL insider, 'Jesus follower' Chris Mortensen dies, believed 'trust is to be in the Lord only'

NFL reporter and Christ-follower Chris Mortensen has died at 72. He left his fans with a question: "Is Jesus who He said He was?"

Patriots legend Matthew Slater announces retirement, grateful for 'grace and mercy of the Lord Jesus'

Patriots legend Matthew Slater officially announced his retirement, saying he's grateful for "the grace and mercy of the Lord Jesus."

ESPN football analyst Kirk Herbstreit tells church audience, 'That answer is Jesus'

With the "Holy Spirit inside me," ESPN college football analyst Kirk Herbstreit shared his testimony of faith Sunday at Fresh Life Church.

Steelers' Minkah Fitzpatrick, Hall of Famer Mike Singletary honor Christ at Super Bowl Breakfast

Steelers star Minkah Fitzpatrick received the Bart Starr Award. "I'm nothing but a product of a man who sits at the feet of Jesus."

Chiefs D-coordinator, 4-time Super Bowl champ Steve Spagnuolo sets his foundation on Christ

The Chiefs trusted in defensive coordinator Steve Spagnuolo on their way to the Super Bowl LVIII title. Meanwhile, Spagnuolo trusts in God.