Memorial Day isn't about having the day off from work and going to BBQs -- it's about paying homage to the men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice for their country.
On Monday, NFL players and teams posted tributes on social media to the servicemen and women who died while serving the country in the U.S. Armed Forces:
Honor those that have made that ultimate sacrifice for our freedom
— Pro Football Hall of Fame (@ProFootballHOF)
Land of the Free,
— JJ Watt (@JJWatt)
Because of the Brave.
We remember and honor those who have made the ultimate sacrifice.
— Pittsburgh Steelers (@steelers)
Today we remember the women and men who paid the ultimate price to protect our freedoms. Thank you to all who鈥檝e served and continue to serve.
— Matt Ryan (@M_Ryan02)
To those who made the ultimate sacrifice, we thank + honor you.
— Los Angeles Rams (@RamsNFL)
We will always remember! Thank you!
— Patrick Mahomes II (@PatrickMahomes)
Remembering the brave men and women who gave their lives for our freedom.
— John Elway (@johnelway)
Not only on Memorial Day, but every day those who made the ultimate sacrifice for us鈥攁s well as their families鈥攄eserve to be recognized!
Nothing but respect and appreciation for those who serve and protect our country! 馃嚭馃嚫
— Carson Wentz (@cj_wentz)
Memorial Day 2019: We honor and remember those men and women who served and made the ultimate sacrifice for our great nation. 馃嚭馃嚫
— New York Giants (@Giants)
Thank you 馃嚭馃嚫
— Carolina Panthers (@Panthers)
Today we remember those who made the ultimate sacrifice for our freedom.
— New York Jets (@nyjets)
Thank you.
Today, we honor those who served and made the ultimate sacrifice for our country.
— Miami Dolphins (@MiamiDolphins)
This is your .
Memorial Day should be every day.
— Atlanta Falcons (@AtlantaFalcons)
To those who gave all, you are not forgotten.
— Tim Tebow (@TimTebow)
We remember.
— Philadelphia Eagles (@Eagles)
On Memorial Day, we remember all those who gave their lives not just for our country, but for the greater good. We must not only honor their memory but also uphold the values they fought for.
— Julian Edelman (@Edelman11)
Today and every day, we remember and honor the brave men and women who have made the ultimate sacrifice for our country.
— Tampa Bay Buccaneers (@Buccaneers)
Thank you.
Thankful for EVERYONE that has served our country. Past and present. Be safe today.
— Eric Weddle (@weddlesbeard)
"Each and every one of them represents sacrifice."
— New England Patriots (@Patriots)
To those who courageously gave their lives and sacrificed for this country, we salute you.
— Washington Redskins (@Redskins)
Freedom comes at a daily cost! Celebrate, honor, remember and pray for our service men and women. I salute the past, present and future who pay the ultimate sacrifice to protect. Never take for granted the ability to move your own body. 馃嚭馃嚫馃檹馃従
— D-Ware (@DeMarcusWare)
On this day, and every day, we honor and remember those who made the ultimate sacrifice for our freedom 馃嚭馃嚫
— Cleveland Browns (@Browns)
Today we honor and thank the brave men and women who sacrificed it all for our freedom. Thank you.
— Derek Carr (@derekcarrqb)
Remembering those who made the ultimate sacrifice.
— Green Bay Packers (@packers)
Since the revolution, over 1 million American have lost their lives in service to this great nation. We are a melting pot of various yet equally important cultures and ethnicities. We hail from all corners of the鈥�
— Benjamin Watson (@BenjaminSWatson)
Today and every day we remember and honor those who paid the ultimate sacrifice for our country's freedom.
— Minnesota Vikings (@Vikings)
Today we remember and honor those we have lost. Thank you for your ultimate sacrifice.
— Baltimore Ravens (@Ravens)
As we enjoy a day off today, take time to remember the men and women who paid the ultimate sacrifice. Their lives were lost defending our freedoms. We are forever grateful.
— Josh Harris (@aujharris)
On this Memorial Day, we remember WWII hero, Medal of Honor recipient and member of the Giants Ring of Honor, Jack Lummus.
— New York Giants (@Giants)
As you enjoy today and reflect on the weekend, don鈥檛 forget about the brave men and women who gave their lives for the freedoms we enjoy
— Robert Griffin III (@RGIII)
Staff Sergeant Richard Bordeman plays "Taps" as a call to remember our fallen heroes. 馃嚭馃嚫
— Carolina Panthers (@Panthers)
Today and every day, we remember those who made the ultimate sacrifice.
— Buffalo Bills (@BuffaloBills)
Forever our heroes. 馃嚭馃嚫
Salute to all of our heroes who made the ultimate sacrifice! 馃嚭馃嚥
— Lane Johnson (@LaneJohnson65)
Today, we remember our fallen heroes who made the ultimate sacrifice.
— Kansas City Chiefs (@Chiefs)
We remember those who made the ultimate sacrifice defending our freedoms. 馃嚭馃嚫
— Miami Dolphins (@MiamiDolphins)
Today is a day of rememberence and respect for those who have fallen. We honor true patriots and heroes who sacrificed out of duty and a commitment to protect and serve others.
— Kelvin Beachum (@KelvinBeachumJr)
On this , we remember and honor those who made the ultimate sacrifice for our freedom. 馃嚭馃嚫
— Dallas Cowboys (@dallascowboys)
From United States Marine to Saints Scouting Assistant
— New Orleans Saints (@Saints)
Joe Kemp on what Memorial Day means to him:
Today and every day we remember and honor those who have served and made the ultimate sacrifice. |
— Chicago Bears (@ChicagoBears)
Happy Memorial Day to everyone and a special thank you to our brave soldiers..past and present!! 馃檶馃徑
— Avery Williamson (@AWilliamson54)
Today, we pay tribute to those who have made the ultimate sacrifice.
— Seattle Seahawks (@Seahawks)
We thank you, we honor you, we remember you. 馃嚭馃嚫
We honor all who have served and made the ultimate sacrifice. 馃嚭馃嚫
— Cincinnati Bengals (@Bengals)
Today and every day, we remember and honor those who made the ultimate sacrifice.
— Los Angeles Chargers (@Chargers)
Today, we honor those who made the ultimate sacrifice serving our country. We鈥檒l never forget this moment at the Tomb of the Unknown Solder a few years ago.
— Chiefs Cheerleaders (@ChiefsCheer)
Today and every day we remember and honor those who have served and made the ultimate sacrifice!
— AQ Shipley (@aqshipley)
Today and every day we recognize those who made the ultimate sacrifice to keep us safe.
— Indianapolis Colts (@Colts)
Today and every day we honor those who made the ultimate sacrifice for our freedom. Thank You. 馃嚭馃嚫
— Zach Ertz (@ZERTZ_86)
Today and every day, we remember and honor the brave men & women who made the ultimate sacrifice to serve our country.
— Denver Broncos (@Broncos)
Today, and every day, we remember and honor those who made the ultimate sacrifice. 馃嚭馃嚫
— Houston Texans (@HoustonTexans)
Remembering World War II hero and Giants Ring of Honor member Al Blozis on this Memorial Day.
— New York Giants (@Giants)
holds a special place in our hearts.
— Pittsburgh Steelers (@steelers)
Our game is set for November 3 against the Minnesota Vikings.
— Kansas City Chiefs (@Chiefs)
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Remembering those who have sacrificed for our country.
— Detroit Lions (@Lions)
Honoring & remembering.
— New England Patriots (@Patriots)
Thank you to all those who have served and sacrificed for our country. Happy Memorial Day! 馃嚭馃嚫
— FedExField (@FedExField)
We honor and remember those who made the ultimate sacrifice.
— Arizona Cardinals (@AZCardinals)
This , we remember and honor those who valiantly served and sacrificed while defending our freedoms 馃嚭馃嚫
— San Francisco 49ers (@49ers)
I am thankful every day for the brave men and women who serve our country. But today, I am thinking about those who paid the ultimate sacrifice for our freedom. Thank you! 馃檹馃嚭馃嚫
— jonweeks46 (@jonweeks46)
Today we honor the brave men and women who have made the ultimate sacrifice.
— Las Vegas Raiders (@Raiders)
Honor & Respect to our real heroes & their families. 馃檹馃従馃嚭馃嚫
— James Harrison (@jharrison9292)
Today we honor the brave men and women who have made the ultimate sacrifice.
— #DUUUVAL (@Jaguars)
Take a moment today to honor and remember the men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice serving our great nation.
— Ben Garland (@BenGarland63)
It's so easy to forget the great cost required by the men and women who service this country to secure the freedoms we enjoy every day. Today, let's remember those who paid the ultimate price.
— Larry Fitzgerald (@LarryFitzgerald)
Their lives = our freedom.
Today and everyday, we remember Pat Tillman.
— Arizona Cardinals (@AZCardinals)
