7 bold displays of faith leading up to the Super Bowl
As the Super Bowl approaches, athletes and coaches across the world of football have been making powerful statements of faith, showing that the game isn’t just about competition, but also about conviction. From NFL head coaches to college players, bold displays of faith are front and center. Here are some of the most notable moments:
1. John Harbaugh leads Ravens in prayer
After the Baltimore Ravens secured a dominant 35-10 victory over the Cleveland Browns to close out their regular season, the head coach took a moment to guide his team in The Lord’s Prayer.
2. Jamey Chadwell rocks ‘Jesus Won’ T-Shirt at Bahamas Bowl
Liberty University head coach’s message was clear: no matter the outcome of the game, the ultimate victory belongs to Christ.
3. Spencer Danielson’s Gospel message after the Fiesta Bowl
Following a tough loss to Penn State, the Boise State head coach emphasized in a post-game interview that his focus was unwavering: “I’m keeping my eyes on Jesus.”
4. C.J. Stroud looks to get closer to the Lord
Reflecting on his goals for the upcoming year, the Houston Texans quarterback expressed a desire to deepen his spiritual life: “My goal for 2025 is to get closer to the Lord.”
5. Jack Sawyer gives God the credit
The Ohio State defensive end had a game-changing scoop and score that put the game away for the Buckeyes and was named the Defensive Player of the Game in the Cotton Bowl. “God’s blessed this team with so much ability, you know. We wouldn’t be here without Him,” he said.
6. Trey Hendrickson looks up for Bengals’ Victory
During an interview with ESPN, the Cincinnati Bengals defensive end credited God for the team’s win against the Pittsburgh Steelers on Saturday, saying, “It’s all Him.”
7. Jayden Daniels finds strength in trusting God
During a recent post-game interview, the Washington Commanders rookie quarterback shared the secret to his calm demeanor: trust in the Lord God. “There’s nothing I should worry about, man, put all my worries on Him and He’ll take care of the rest.”