17 NFL Players Who LOVE Jesus (and Football)

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Tua Tagovailoa | Miami Dolphins

Tua Tagovailoa
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Tagovailoa wears his faith on his sleeve—often writing “Audience of One” on his wristband.

“My relationship with Jesus is the foundation of who I am,” he said. “I play for Him, not for the approval of man.”

From locker rooms to press conferences, these Christian football players are using their voices to glorify God. Whether in victory or defeat, their faith remains the truest measure of success.

Little Known Facts About Tua Tagovailoa:

  • Tua reads a devotional with his father every morning via FaceTime.

  • His favorite verse is Romans 8:28 (“All things work together for good”).

  • He signs every autograph with “AO1” (Audience of One) — a reminder to live for Christ’s approval only.

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Stephanie Martin
Stephanie Martin, a freelance writer and editor in Denver, has spent her entire 30-year journalism career in Christian publishing. She loves the Word and words, is a binge reader and grammar nut, and is fanatic (as her family can attest) about Jeopardy! and pro football.

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