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Denver Broncos Foundation to sponsor training of service dog

This will be the third service dog the Denver Broncos Foundation will have sponsored and placed with a veteran.

November is a time when the NFL celebrates the brave men and women who serve and have served the United States in the armed forces.

Now, the Denver Broncos will look to give back to a veteran through its partnership with K9s for Warriors.

“The Denver Broncos Foundation, through the support of Owner and Board Chair Carrie Walton Penner and Head Coach Sean Payton, will sponsor the training of a new service dog in continuation of their partnership with K9s For Warriors,” the team said in a statement on Wednesday.

“K9s For Warriors is honored to once again partner with Coach Payton and the Denver Broncos Foundation,” said Lindsay Grayson, Chief Revenue Officer at K9s For Warriors. “The dog will kick off his training in Broncos Country, attending his first game and meeting fans. He will then go on to save a military veteran’s life. We want to thank the Broncos for believing in our mission of saving lives at both ends of the leash.”

Carrie Walton Penner and Sean Payton also spearheaded the team’s sponsoring of two service dogs last year. Those dogs, Bucky and Thunder, have since graduated the training program.

 “K9s For Warriors is a nonprofit organization that is committed to ending veteran suicide and provides highly trained service dogs to military veterans suffering from PTSD, traumatic brain injury and other invisible wounds of war,” the Broncos said in a statement.

“Dedicated to saving not just one life, but two, K9s For Warriors rescues a majority of their dogs for its service dog program, allowing both the K9 and veteran to build an unwavering bond that facilitates their collective healing and recovery. On average, they pair up to 16 veterans with service dogs each month. To date, the organization has rescued more than 2,000 dogs and paired nearly 1,000 veterans with lifesaving service dogs.”

Well done, Broncos.

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Chiefs nominate play-by-play voice Mitch Holthus for NFL’s Salute to Service Award

Kansas City #Chiefs nominate play-by-play voice Mitch Holthus for NFL’s Salute to Service Award

The Kansas City Chiefs have nominated long-time play-by-play voice Mitch Holthus for the 2024 NFL Salute to Service Award. The annual award, a collaboration between the NFL and USAA, recognizes NFL players, coaches, personnel, and alumni who’ve dedicated time to honoring and supporting the U.S. military.

Here is why the team chose to nominate Holthus for the award this year (via NFL’s Press Release):

The longest-tenured and most decorated play-by-play voice in the history of the Kansas City Chiefs, Mitch Holthus, was born to do two things: become an industry benchmark as one of the NFL’s most recognizable broadcasters and ardently support and honor those with ties to the armed forces. Holthus was born in Fort Lewis, Washington, while his father, El Dean, was serving in the U.S. Army. As a result, he has a focus centered on honoring, empowering and connecting to military members and their families.

Holthus empowers military members thanks to his work with groups, including The Battle Within, an organization whose mission is to break down barriers and provide all veterans and first responders the mental and behavioral health support they need. Additionally, he developed an active relationship at Fort Leonard Wood, visiting with the 5th Engineering Battalion to combat suicide.

He honors the military with visits to Leavenworth National Cemetery and sharing stories with various Gold Star families and active-duty troops. He has an uncanny ability to connect those serving our great country to their beloved Chiefs. He’s hosted various goodwill visits at military bases throughout the region, including serving as the emcee of multiple draft day celebrations at Whiteman Air Force Base and Fort Riley. He gives remarks at the United States Army Command and General Staff College.

These initiatives, along with countless other interactions with those serving our country, are some of the many reasons that Mitch Holthus is the Chiefs nominee for the 2024 Salute to Service Award presented by USAA.

The finalists for the Salute to Service Award will be announced in January, and the recipient will be recognized at NFL Honors, a primetime awards special airing nationally during the week of Super Bowl LIX. This year is an opportunity for fans to vote for their favorite nominee, which will help determine the award’s three finalists.

To vote for Holthus, Chiefs fans can visit NFL.com/SaluteFanVote until November 30. One vote per day per fan is permitted. 

Broncos nominate former player Keith Bishop for Salute to Service award

The Broncos nominated former offensive lineman and current Vice President of Security Keith Bishop for the 2024 Salute to Service.

The Denver Broncos have nominated former offensive lineman and current Vice President of Security Keith Bishop for the 2024 Salute to Service Award presented by USAA nominee, the team announced Friday.

“After his retirement from a ten-year NFL career, Keith worked in federal law enforcement as a special agent for the United States Department of Justice Drug Enforcement Administration for 20 years,” according to a press release from the team. “He was assigned as the DEA Assistant Regional Director/Assistant Special Agent in Charge and Country Attache at the DEA office in Kabul, Afghanistan (2008-2012).”

In his role with the Broncos, Bishop works closely with first responders at all levels to protect the members of the team. His appreciation for members of the military goes far beyond his years in government service.

“His personal support for the military reaches far into the community, as Bishop supports military-serving organizations including Freedom Service Dogs (FSD) and the Center for American Values,” said the team’s statement. “FSD transforms lives by providing custom-trained service dogs to assist veterans, first responders and active-duty service members who have post-traumatic stress disorder, traumatic brain injury, and loss of limbs or mobility due to combat-related injuries.

“The Center for American Values’ mission is to honor the sacrifices made by civilians and veterans alike to help sustain America’s values of honor, integrity and patriotism. Bishop is a committed board member for the center and was a featured speaker for the On Values speaker series in February of 2024. For these reasons and more, Keith has earned the Broncos’ nomination for the 2024 Salute to Service Award.”

This marks the second year in a row the Broncos have nominated a former player for the Salute to Service award. Denver nominated Hall of Famer Randy Gradishar for the honor in 2023.

The winner of the award will be revealed during NFL Honors before the Super Bowl in February.

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Lane Johnson named the Eagles 2024 Salute to Service Award nominee

Lane Johnson named the Philadelphia Eagles 2024 Salute to Service Award nominee

Philadelphia Eagles Right Tackle Lane Johnson was announced today as the Eagle’s nominee for the 2024 “Salute to Service Award presented by USAA.”

The annual award, presented by USAA and the NFL, honors a league member demonstrating an exemplary commitment to honoring and supporting the military community. USAA is designated the Official NFL Salute to Service Partner.

This year, fans can vote for their favorite nominee, which will help determine the award’s three finalists. To vote, fans can visit NFL.com/SaluteFanVote from now until November 30. One vote per day per fan is permitted.

Past recipients of the award include Joe Cardona (2024), Ron Rivera (2023), Andrew Beck (2022), Steve Cannon (2021), Dan Quinn (2020), Donnie Edwards (2019), Ben Garland (2018), Andre Roberts (2017), Dan Quinn (2016), Vincent Jackson (2015), Jared Allen (2014), John Harbaugh (2013), Charles Tillman (2012), and K.S. “Bud” Adams, a WWII veteran (2011).

The award finalists will be announced in January. The recipient will be recognized at the NFL Honors Awards Show, which will air the week of the Super Bowl.

How to buy NFL 2024 Salute to Service gear, jersey, shirts, hats and more

The NFL’s 2024 Salute to Service gear is now available. Grab your team’s now:

The NFL’s 2024 line of their annual Salute to Service gear is now available.

The yearly endeavor by the league supports military organizations such as he USO and the Wounded Warrior Project. The NFL has done so since 2011, raising more than $65 million since last year — the NFL does not profit from sales.

All 32 NFL teams have their own Salute to Service spin. Each team designates one home game during the regular season as the Salute to Service matchup where the military-inspired gear will be worn. During the ongoing season, those contests will be held at some point between Week 10 and Week 12 later this season.

Salute to Service NFL gear comes in many different shapes and sizes. At the start, shirts, hoodies and jerseys with each team’s unique spin are now available at Fanatics.

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Travis Kelce Kansas City Chiefs Nike 2024 Salute to Service Limited Jersey – Arctic Camo (Fanatics)

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Detroit Lions New Era 2024 Salute To Service 59FIFTY Fitted Hat – Arctic Camo (Fanatics)

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How to buy NFL 2024 Salute to Service gear, jersey, shirts, hats and more

The NFL’s 2024 Salute to Service gear is now available. Grab your team’s now:

The NFL’s 2024 line of their annual Salute to Service gear is now available.

The yearly endeavor by the league supports military organizations such as he USO and the Wounded Warrior Project. The NFL has done so since 2011, raising more than $65 million since last year — the NFL does not profit from sales.

All 32 NFL teams have their own Salute to Service spin. Each team designates one home game during the regular season as the Salute to Service matchup where the military-inspired gear will be worn. During the ongoing season, those contests will be held at some point between Week 10 and Week 12 later this season.

Salute to Service NFL gear comes in many different shapes and sizes. At the start, shirts, hoodies and jerseys with each team’s unique spin are now available at Fanatics.

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But tops are not all that’s been released. The NFL’s Salute to Service gear, which is produced by Nike, also has hats and other merchandise available. Grab yours at Fanatics now:

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How to buy NFL 2024 Salute to Service gear, jersey, shirts, hats and more

The NFL’s 2024 Salute to Service gear is now available. Grab your team’s now:

The NFL’s 2024 line of their annual Salute to Service gear is now available.

The yearly endeavor by the league supports military organizations such as he USO and the Wounded Warrior Project. The NFL has done so since 2011, raising more than $65 million since last year — the NFL does not profit from sales.

All 32 NFL teams have their own Salute to Service spin. Each team designates one home game during the regular season as the Salute to Service matchup where the military-inspired gear will be worn. During the ongoing season, those contests will be held at some point between Week 10 and Week 12 later this season.

Salute to Service NFL gear comes in many different shapes and sizes. At the start, shirts, hoodies and jerseys with each team’s unique spin are now available at Fanatics.

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But tops are not all that’s been released. The NFL’s Salute to Service gear, which is produced by Nike, also has hats and other merchandise available. Grab yours at Fanatics now:

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How to buy NFL 2024 Salute to Service gear, jersey, shirts, hats and more

The NFL’s 2024 Salute to Service gear is now available. Grab your team’s now:

The NFL’s 2024 line of their annual Salute to Service gear is now available.

The yearly endeavor by the league supports military organizations such as he USO and the Wounded Warrior Project. The NFL has done so since 2011, raising more than $65 million since last year — the NFL does not profit from sales.

All 32 NFL teams have their own Salute to Service spin. Each team designates one home game during the regular season as the Salute to Service matchup where the military-inspired gear will be worn. During the ongoing season, those contests will be held at some point between Week 10 and Week 12 later this season.

Salute to Service NFL gear comes in many different shapes and sizes. At the start, shirts, hoodies and jerseys with each team’s unique spin are now available at Fanatics.

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But tops are not all that’s been released. The NFL’s Salute to Service gear, which is produced by Nike, also has hats and other merchandise available. Grab yours at Fanatics now:

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How to buy NFL 2024 Salute to Service gear, jersey, shirts, hats and more

The NFL’s 2024 Salute to Service gear is now available. Grab your team’s now:

The NFL’s 2024 line of their annual Salute to Service gear is now available.

The yearly endeavor by the league supports military organizations such as he USO and the Wounded Warrior Project. The NFL has done so since 2011, raising more than $65 million since last year — the NFL does not profit from sales.

All 32 NFL teams have their own Salute to Service spin. Each team designates one home game during the regular season as the Salute to Service matchup where the military-inspired gear will be worn. During the ongoing season, those contests will be held at some point between Week 10 and Week 12 later this season.

Salute to Service NFL gear comes in many different shapes and sizes. At the start, shirts, hoodies and jerseys with each team’s unique spin are now available at Fanatics.

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How to buy NFL 2024 Salute to Service gear, jersey, shirts, hats and more

The NFL’s 2024 Salute to Service gear is now available. Grab your team’s now:

The NFL’s 2024 line of their annual Salute to Service gear is now available.

The yearly endeavor by the league supports military organizations such as he USO and the Wounded Warrior Project. The NFL has done so since 2011, raising more than $65 million since last year — the NFL does not profit from sales.

All 32 NFL teams have their own Salute to Service spin. Each team designates one home game during the regular season as the Salute to Service matchup where the military-inspired gear will be worn. During the ongoing season, those contests will be held at some point between Week 10 and Week 12 later this season.

Salute to Service NFL gear comes in many different shapes and sizes. At the start, shirts, hoodies and jerseys with each team’s unique spin are now available at Fanatics.

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But tops are not all that’s been released. The NFL’s Salute to Service gear, which is produced by Nike, also has hats and other merchandise available. Grab yours at Fanatics now:

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