NFL

Houston Texans linebacker Azeez Al-Shaair wears ‘stop the genocide’ eye black

“Given the recent events in Israel and Gaza, this nonprofit provides medical aid and essential supplies to children injured and left homeless by the bombings in Gaza,” said Al-Shaair.

Azeez Al-Shaair, a longtime pro-Palestinian advocate, answers a postgame question while donning the message "STOP THE GENOCIDE" on his eye black, Jan. 12, 2026.
Cast member Jon Hamm attends a premiere for the television series Your Friends and Neighbors in Los Angeles, California, US, April 4, 2025.

Jon Hamm to host NFL Honors ceremony ahead of Super Bowl LX

Shannon Sharpe and Chad "Ochocinco" Johnson host Nightcap Summer Sessions at Buckhead Theatre in Atlanta, Georgia, August 22, 2024.

Jews ‘own everything,’ sports commentators Shannon Sharpe, Chad Ochocinco claim

Miami Dolphins quarterback Tua Tagovailoa warms up before a game against the Buffalo Bills at Hard Rock Stadium, November 9, 2025

Miami Dolphis QB Tua Tagovailoa suggests playing NFL game in Jerusalem, sparking controversy


New York Giants game to include Sunday Night Football’s first-ever menorah lighting

Chabad's teen network plans to light the menorah at a high-stakes match between the Washington Commanders and New York Giants on the first night of Hanukkah.

 The National Menorah is illuminated after a lighting ceremony to mark the start of Chanukah on the Ellipse near the White House in Washington, US, December 2, 2018

Israelis get a kick out of American football

The common thread running through Israel’s national gridiron football team: A love of the game.

 HAIFA DOGS vs Ramat Hasharon Hammers, 2022 season.

NFL Today's James Brown on antisemitism: Hate is a virus that kills

His statement comes following NBA star Kyrie Irving's recent promotion of the film "From Hebrew to Negros: Wake Up Black America," which promotes antisemitism and Holocaust denial. 

 US rapper Kanye West (C), attends the Givenchy Spring-Summer 2023 fashion show during the Paris Womenswear Fashion Week, in Paris, on October 2, 2022.

New England Patriots owner's love for the Holy Land

Robert Kraft uses his unique sports platform to promote Jewish values and impact communities, from New England to Jerusalem.

 ROBERT KRAFT with Jerusalem Mayor Moshe Lion at the Kraft Family Stadium complex in the capital.

All the Jewish NFL players to watch this season

These are all of the Jewish players on NFL rosters entering Week 1 (listed in alphabetical order) and a few free agents who hope to return to the action soon.

 Running back A.J. Dillon of the Green Bay Packers celebrates after rushing for a first half touchdown against the Baltimore Ravens in Baltimore, Dec. 19, 2021.

NFL team owner misses Congress testimony to attend mother’s yahrzeit

A yahrzeit is usually marked with a ceremony at home and occasionally the synagogue, but Raichik said this year’s anniversary coincides with the completion of a commissioned Torah scroll.

Dan Snyder, owner of the Washington Redskins football team, arrives to attend a candlelight dinner with President-elect Donald Trump at Union Station in Washington, U.S., January 19, 2017.

Mark Wilf: 'We have to make sure every community is protected as best it can be'

“Certainly, we're more aware today. And I think the entire committee is certainly more conscious of all the threats and we have to be on guard,” Wilf added.

Mark Wilf

Future Sport Israel expo hosts NFL, European top leagues officials

Delegates from the most popular sports leagues around the globe came to Tel Aviv to see Israeli sporting innovations.

 The Future Sport Israel 2022 expo held in Bloomfield Stadium

Tom Brady puts off retirement, announces return for 23rd season

After announcing his retirement on February 1, 44-year-old quarterback Tom Brady announces he will return for another season to the Tampa bay buccaneers.

  Tampa Bay Buccaneers quarterback Tom Brady (12) hands his hat to a fan after beating the Philadelphia Eagles 31-15 in a NFC Wild Card playoff football game at Raymond James Stadium

Jewish Super Bowl champion Ali Marpet retires from NFL

Marpet said in 2015 it would be “a huge honor” to represent Jewish athletes in the NFL.

Ali Marpet of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers celebrates as he leaves the field after a win against the Green Bay Packers at Raymond James Stadium in Tampa, Fla., Oct. 18, 2020.