For football fanatics, September is the most wonderful time of the year. Not only does it mark the beginning of the college season, but it also means another chance for pro gridiron enthusiasts to show the world why the NFL is the most popular sports league on the planet.

And while the storied organization has been somewhat marred with a slew of scandals and unfortunate off-the-field incidents, there are thankfully a number of athletes doing their best to live out their faith in an environment that doesn’t always welcome them with open arms.

So as you're ramping up to root for your favorite team, check out this bunch of players that will give you something even more meaningful to cheer about.

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