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The Parallels between Watching American Football and Participating in American Religion

The Parallels between Watching American Football and Participating in American Religion

As a cultural apologist, I would add that the parallels between watching American football and participating in American religion are noteworthy. On a typical Sunday, 100 million Americans (30 percent) watch an NFL game, roughly the same percentage as attend worship (28 percent). Most who participate in either activity engage in a transactional experience.

Chiefs QB Patrick Mahomes Credits God for Healing His Ankle ahead of AFC Championship Game

Chiefs QB Patrick Mahomes Credits God for Healing His Ankle ahead of AFC Championship Game

Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes thanked God for healing his ankle ahead of Sunday's AFC Championship game as his team defeated the Cincinnati Bengals 23-20, advancing to the Super Bowl.

QB Brock Purdy Guides 49ers to NFC Championship: 'My Identity Is in Jesus'

QB Brock Purdy Guides 49ers to NFC Championship: 'My Identity Is in Jesus'

The rookie quarterback who has surprised NFL observers by guiding the San Francisco 49ers to the NFC Championship says his Christian faith has given him peace and confidence amidst the spotlight.

Bills QB Josh Allen Describes 'Spiritual Awakening' after Hamlin Collapse: 'I Couldn't Deny' It

Bills QB Josh Allen Describes 'Spiritual Awakening' after Hamlin Collapse: 'I Couldn't Deny' It

The all-star quarterback who has made Buffalo a favorite for the Super Bowl says Damar Hamlin's frightening collapse has led to his own "spiritual awakening."

Clemson Coach Dabo Swinney Quotes Galatians after Loss: 'Ain't Nothing Gonna Steal My Joy'

Clemson Coach Dabo Swinney Quotes Galatians after Loss: 'Ain't Nothing Gonna Steal My Joy'

Clemson coach Dabo Swinney on Tuesday quoted the Bible and declared, "ain't nothing gonna steal my joy," three days after his team suffered one of the worst losses in his tenure.

Heisman Candidate Hendon Hooker Says Prayer Is Essential to Life: God Has 'Blessed Me'

Heisman Candidate Hendon Hooker Says Prayer Is Essential to Life: God Has 'Blessed Me'

The senior quarterback who has led Tennessee into the Top 5 while vaulting into Heisman Trophy contention said this week his pregame prayers focus on family, health and gratitude.

Fired Football Coach Joe Kennedy to Be Reinstated at Washington School following SCOTUS Win

Fired Football Coach Joe Kennedy to Be Reinstated at Washington School following SCOTUS Win

Former Washington state high school assistant football coach Joe Kennedy, who was fired in 2015 for praying on the field after games, will be reinstated at the school in March 2023.

Hendon Hooker, QB for Top 10 Tennessee: Gospel Music and Prayer Are My Pre-Game Prep

Hendon Hooker, QB for Top 10 Tennessee: Gospel Music and Prayer Are My Pre-Game Prep

A senior quarterback who has become a Heisman Trophy contender while guiding Tennessee into the Top 10 says gospel music and prayer are key to him becoming focused before games.

'I Keep My Gaze on Christ': 49ers Bryant Young Credits Faith During Hall of Fame Speech

'I Keep My Gaze on Christ': 49ers Bryant Young Credits Faith During Hall of Fame Speech

San Francisco 49ers legend Bryant Young credited his Christian faith and his family during his enshrinement speech Saturday while being inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame, saying his story is one of “faith, football and family.”

Bengals Coach Says Faith, Family Are Top Priorities as Team Prepares for Super Bowl

Bengals Coach Says Faith, Family Are Top Priorities as Team Prepares for Super Bowl

Cincinnati Bengals head coach Zach Taylor answered media questions Monday ahead of Super Bowl LVI. He said that faith, family and football - in that order - have helped him prepare for Sunday.

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