Denzel Devall Alabama
#30 – Sr./LB/Bastrop, La. “I approach practice, school, life and everything I do each day for my Lord, Jesus Christ, because He has made it all possible.” | |
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Reggie Ragland Alabama
#19 – Sr./LB/Madison, Ala. “Jesus' victory upon the cross means I have no excuse to ever give up at anything.” | |
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Hunter Henry Arkansas
#84 – Jr./TE/Little Rock, Ark. “What Jesus did on the cross means everything to me. I am able to go out and play freely because I know I am already accepted by my Heavenly Father. It makes playing football a lot easier when you know you are accepted and free.” | |
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Jonathan Williams Arkansas
#32 – Sr./RB/Allen, Texas “My faith allows me to push through the difficult times football brings. Whether it’s a difficult workout, a key moment in a big game or overcoming an injury, I know I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me.” | |
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Tucker Tuberville Auburn
#16 – Sr./QB/Auburn, Ala. “Any time I compete, my confidence stems from Jesus, because He did win the ultimate victory. In all I do, I try to rely on Him and ask Him to help me and give me support. And I want Him to get the credit as my ‘coach’ with any success I have.” | |
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Jonathan Wallace Auburn
#12 – Sr./WR/Phenix City, Ala. “In any competition, you can win or lose, but that doesn’t happen with Christ. His grace—and the way I live my life with Him—is ultimately going to determine my ‘win’ for eternity. We will fail, but if we cling to Jesus He will never fail us. His love for us is the victory.” | |
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Jeb Blazevich Georgia
#83 – Soph./TE/Charlotte, N.C. “It puts the game into perspective and takes away the pressure. God called me to give all my effort while playing football, but He is also sovereign over my calling; whether I play well or not isn't up to me.” | |
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Josh Dawson Georgia
#91 – Sr./DE/Tucker, Ga. “It's a total game-changer because it impacts my approach to the game of football. I am so blessed to wake up and play this incredible game and, no matter the results, I have a Heavenly Father who loves me.” | |
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George Asafo-Adjei Kentucky
#64 – Fr./OL/West Chester, Ohio “His sacrifice has inspired me. It is just a connection I feel between God and me. It is a bond that can’t be broken. It keeps me motivated because I know God has a plan for me.” | |
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Farrington Huguenin Kentucky
#91 – Sr./DE/Columbia, S.C. “It definitely gives me peace of mind. It gave me what I needed to start my season right. Every morning I pray, I thank Him. He helps me get peace of mind.” | |
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John Diarse LSU
#9 – Soph./WR/Monroe, La. “Jesus gave everything He had to save this world, so I believe I can do the same to help this team win a championship. The way Jesus prepared Himself for sacrifice gives me the courage to approach my position on this team every day.” | |
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John David Moore LSU
#44 – Soph./TE/Ruston, La. “No longer is success or failure based upon my performances or the outcome of the game, because I know Christ has won the ultimate victory. This allows me to compete with a higher purpose and platform–His glory!” | |
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Richie Brown Mississippi State
#39 – Jr./LB/Long Beach, Miss. “Jesus’ death on the cross is everything to me. We wouldn’t be here if it wasn’t for Him. Through Him, we have unlimited grace and forgiveness. Playing for Him and His purpose is the most important thing in my life.” | |
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Ryan Brown Mississippi State
#48 – Sr./DL/New Orleans “Because of what He’s done for me, everything I do—from putting on my helmet to tying my shoes—is for the glory of God.” | |
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Charles Harris Missouri
#91 – RS-Soph./DE/Kansas City, Mo. “It allows me to play with freedom. I know for a fact that whether we win or lose, whether I perform well or not, I’m not chasing the little ‘w,’ but trusting in the big ‘W.’ The ultimate victory in Christ is something that doesn’t fade.” | |
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Morgan Steward Missouri
#36 – RS-Jr./RB/Kansas City, Mo. “The battle has already been won in every single thing I do. I don’t have to worry about anything in football or in life because Jesus has paid it all. I already have the victory in Christ.“ | |
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John Youngblood Ole Miss
#47 – RS-Jr./DE/Trussville, Ala. “Jesus defeated evil and overcame this world when He was crucified and raised Himself from the dead. It gives me assurance when preparing for a game that no matter what comes my way, with Christ I can overcome any adversity like He did on the cross.” | |
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Landon Ard South Carolina
#19 - RS-Sr./PK/Rock Hill, S.C. "Knowing that Jesus made the ultimate sacrifice for me, by dying for our sins, takes the pressure away from the game of football. I know regardless of what happens on the field, good or bad I am perfect in his eyes which allows me to freely play the game I love.” | |
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Perry Orth South Carolina
#10 – RS-Jr./QB/Ponte Vedra, Fla. “Knowing that He has already given me the ultimate victory I have the peace to play free and know that I can accomplish anything I set my mind to.” | |
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Todd Kelly Jr. Tennessee
#6 – Soph./DB/Knoxville, Tenn. “Before every game, I run to the sideline and say a prayer to the Lord. This is a quick way for me to thank God for using me as a tool to spread his Word through football.” | |
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Ethan Wolf Tennessee
#82 – Soph./TE/Minster, Ohio “Jesus made the ultimate sacrifice and enabled me to play. Whenever something gets hard, I always revert to Jesus and what He did to give me this opportunity. He is what drives me everyday.” | |
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Alex Sezer Jr. Texas A&M
#17 – Jr./DB/Orange, Texas “Knowing that Christ has won the ultimate victory on the cross allows me as a football player to relax and prepare to do my best in all things. I play for His glory, and He deserves my all.” | |
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Caden Smith Texas A&M
#47 – RS-Sr./TE/Roscoe, Texas “As my Savior, Jesus gave His all on the cross. There is a peace that comes with that knowledge. It frees me to do my very best on the football field, in the classroom and in my community because of what Christ has done for me.” | |