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5 Well-Known Christian Athletes Who Are Playing in Super Bowl LVII

5 Well-Known Christian Athletes Who Are Playing in Super Bowl LVII

America’s most-watched sporting event will feature the two best teams in professional football but also will showcase well-known players who are unashamed about their Christian faith.

Super Bowl LVII between the Philadelphia Eagles and Kansas City Chiefs will include starting quarterbacks who are Christians. Additionally, the leading tacklers on each team also are Christians. The game will be broadcast Sunday on Fox.

Here are five Christian athletes who are playing in Super Bowl LVII:

Bethany Hamilton Takes Stand Against Surf League's Trans Policy: I 'Won't Be Competing if This Rule Remains'

Bethany Hamilton Takes Stand Against Surf League's Trans Policy: I 'Won't Be Competing if This Rule Remains'

Bethany Hamilton, one of the world's most popular female surfers, said Sunday she will not compete in World Surf League events if it goes forward with a rule change allowing biological males who identify as female to compete.

'A Football Coach … Not a Pastor': Atheist Activists Target NFL Legend Deion Sanders

'A Football Coach … Not a Pastor': Atheist Activists Target NFL Legend Deion Sanders

The Freedom From Religion Foundation (FFRF), an atheist advocacy group, is accusing NFL legend-turned-coach Deion Sanders of mixing in "football games and events with Christianity."

Former NC Pastor, Retired NFL Quarterback Frank Reich Is Named New Panthers Head Coach

Former NC Pastor, Retired NFL Quarterback Frank Reich Is Named New Panthers Head Coach

Frank Reich, a former Charlotte, North Carolina pastor and retired Quarterback for the Carolina Panthers, has been named the team’s new head coach.

Eagles QB Jalen Hurts, Super Bowl Bound, Says John 13:7 Inspired Him: It's 'My Favorite Verse'

Eagles QB Jalen Hurts, Super Bowl Bound, Says John 13:7 Inspired Him: It's 'My Favorite Verse'

The quarterback who guided the Philadelphia Eagles to an NFC title and an appearance in the Super Bowl says he has been inspired by a Bible verse that includes the words of Jesus.

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.

NHL Player Refuses to Wear LGBT Pride Jersey, Cites Christian Faith: 'Stay True to Myself'

NHL Player Refuses to Wear LGBT Pride Jersey, Cites Christian Faith: 'Stay True to Myself'

A prominent NHL player ignited a debate within the sports and religious worlds when he cited his Christian faith Tuesday in refusing to participate in his team's LGBT Pride celebration.

NFL QB Derek Carr 'Found Peace' in Christ after Disappointing Season: 'I Just Got in God's Presence'

NFL QB Derek Carr 'Found Peace' in Christ after Disappointing Season: 'I Just Got in God's Presence'

NFL quarterback Derek Carr says he has found peace in Christ following a disappointing season in which he was benched as the starter for the Las Vegas Raiders.

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."

Damar Hamlin Is Discharged from the Hospital

Damar Hamlin Is Discharged from the Hospital

Buffalo Bills player Damar Hamlin is heading home from the hospital after receiving care for over a week following a cardiac episode.