Juneteenth recognizes the end of slavery in the United States of America and marks the anniversary of June 19, 1865, when Union soldiers landed in Galveston, Texas, and announced that slavery had been abolished and that the Civil War had concluded.
In June 2020, Commissioner Roger Goodell announced the NFL would recognize Juneteenth as a holiday and the league's offices would be closed in observance.
On Thursday, teams from across the league observed the day and commemorated its impact across social media.
A day to recognize and celebrate freedom for all.
— Arizona Cardinals (@AZCardinals)
Juneteenth is a day to commemorate the historical strength, courage and impact of African Americans
— Atlanta Falcons (@AtlantaFalcons)
Today, and every day, we celebrate Freedom
Happy Juneteenth!
— Baltimore Ravens (@Ravens)
Happy Juneteenth!
— Buffalo Bills (@BuffaloBills)
Learn more about the holiday and why it’s important, plus even more resources:
honoring freedom, reflecting on resilience
— Carolina Panthers (@Panthers)
Liberation. Education. Celebration.
— Chicago Bears (@ChicagoBears)
Happy Juneteenth!
Honoring freedom, unity, and achievement —today and always.
— Cincinnati Bengals (@Bengals)
Happy Juneteenth, Who Dey Nation!
Today, we honor as a celebration of freedom and resilience, and as a reminder of our ongoing journey towards equality.
— Cleveland Browns (@Browns)
Today, we celebrate freedom. is a day to reflect, educate, and commemorate.
— Dallas Cowboys (@dallascowboys)
Today we learn.
— Denver Broncos (@Broncos)
Today we reflect.
Today we celebrate freedom.
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A day to reflect, honor and celebrate freedom
— Green Bay Packers (@packers)
A day to reflect, learn, and celebrate freedom.
— Houston Texans (@HoustonTexans)
A day to honor, reflect, and celebrate freedom.
— Indianapolis Colts (@Colts)
Today we celebrate Juneteenth, a day that marks the emancipation of enslaved Black Americans ✊
— Jacksonville Jaguars (@Jaguars)
Celebrating Juneteenth with history, music, and some amazing food!
— Kansas City Chiefs (@Chiefs)
Grateful to support our friends and local Black-owned businesses KC Cajun, Sweet Peaches Cobbler, and Ruby Jean’s Juicery while learning about our city’s rich heritage 💛
Celebrating freedom, resilience, and heritage. Happy Juneteenth!
— Raiders Impact (@raidersimpact)
celebrating freedom.
— Los Angeles Chargers (@chargers)
Today we celebrate !
— Los Angeles Rams (@RamsNFL)
Acknowledging the past while continuing to help create a better future.
Celebrating freedom.
— Miami Dolphins (@MiamiDolphins)
Happy !
Â鶹ąú˛ú. Culture. Excellence.
— Minnesota Vikings (@Vikings)
Happy Juneteenth!
Celebrate freedom!
— New England Patriots (@Patriots)
Today, we celebrate freedom.
— New York Giants (@Giants)
Today, we celebrate freedom.
— New York Jets (@nyjets)
A day to reflect, learn, and celebrate freedom.
— Philadelphia Eagles (@Eagles)
A day to celebrate, educate, reflect, take action, and inspire change for a better future.
— Pittsburgh Steelers (@steelers)
Juneteenth celebrates freedom, resilience, and our history.
— San Francisco 49ers (@49ers)
Let’s honor the past by continuing to build a better future ❤️🖤💚
Today and every day, we celebrate freedom. |
— Tampa Bay Buccaneers (@Buccaneers)
A day to reflect, honor and celebrate freedom
— Washington Commanders (@Commanders)
Happy Juneteenth! Today is a celebration of freedom and a call to keep pushing for justice, equity and progress.
— NFLPA (@NFLPA)
At the NFLPA, we honor this holiday's legacy. Take some time to reflect on our country's ongoing journey for freedom & find a way to uplift your community.✊
commemorates June 19, 1865 — the day Union soldiers freed slaves in Texas, ending slavery in the United States. has a comprehensive Juneteenth Resource for education about this important holiday:
— Troy Vincent, Sr. (@TroyVincentSr)
Today we celebrate! marks a pivotal moment in our country’s journey for freedom for all.
— Pro Football Hall of Fame (@ProFootballHOF)
