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SS PODCAST: Seahawks lineman Leonard 'Big Cat' Williams on finding peace in football

The Seattle Seahawks defensive tackle talks about finding peace, growing with Christ and scoring his first NFL TD.

GET IN THE GAME PODCAST: Jared Retkofsky - Former Super Bowl-Champion Long Snapper

Former Super Bowl-champion long snapper Jared Retkofsky joins the "Get in the Game" podcast to discuss his improbable football journey.

Despite CFP loss, Notre Dame QB Riley Leonard 'happy to praise Jesus in the lowest of lows'

Notre Dame QB Riley Leonard still thanked "my Lord and Savior Jesus Christ" despite falling to Ohio State, 34-23, in the CFP title game.

QB Will Howard, spiritually strong Ohio State claim national title: 'I can't believe God gave me the chance to be a Buckeye'

Led by QB Will Howard, Ohio State defeated Notre Dame to capture its ninth national title. "The Lord did something special on this team."

10 ways to pray for the College Football Playoff National Championship Game

We’re seeing God move in college football, perhaps more than ever. Here are 10 ways to pray for those involved in the national championship.

SS PODCAST: Former NFL player Benjamin Watson on college players being bold in their faith

The former NFL tight end shares his thoughts on college football players being bold and open about their faith.

Notre Dame QB Riley Leonard believes 'this team trusts in Jesus' ahead of title game

QB Riley Leonard has helped Notre Dame to the national title game knowing that "my Lord and Savior is always going to be there for me."

Ohio State enters title game led by faith-fueled veterans who 'give God all the credit'

A strong group of Christ-following veterans have helped lead Ohio State back to the national title game. "I'm just here to serve Christ."

Notre Dame's Christian Gray seeks to 'give God all the glory' ahead of CFP title game

As he prepares for the CFP Championship Game, Notre Dame corner Christian Gray recognizes that "victory is sweet, but salvation is sweeter."

Commanders rookie QB Jayden Daniels notches playoff win with 'trust in the Lord God'

With a calmness rooted in his "trust in the Lord God," rookie QB Jayden Daniels helped the Commanders to their first playoff win since 2005.

Ohio State QB Will Howard continues to 'trust in the Lord' through ups and downs

On the brink of the title game, Ohio State QB Will Howard seeks to thank Jesus for everything. "We got to trust in the Lord and lean on Him."

Zach Ertz helps lead Commanders into playoffs while aiming 'to make disciples'

Zach Ertz is enjoying a bounceback season with the playoff-bound Washington Commanders and is giving God the glory.

QB C.J. Stroud has Houston Texans back in playoffs as he stays 'rooted through Christ'

QB C.J. Stroud is leading Houston in the playoffs for the second straight season. All the while, he knows "my identity is through Christ."

Detroit's Alex Anzalone knows 'God is good' as his return helps Lions earn NFC's No. 1 seed

Lions LB Alex Anzalone adds a calmness that stems from his relationship with God as he helps Detroit in its quest to reach the Super Bowl.

Most Viewed In 2024: #1 - Ohio State players host on-campus faith event, 'give Him the glory'

With 2024 coming to a close, Sports Spectrum highlights our most-viewed stories of the year. No. 1 was on Ohio State football players.

Most Viewed In 2024: #2 - QB Brock Purdy leads 49ers to Super Bowl, aims 'to glorify God'

With 2024 coming to a close, Sports Spectrum highlights our most-viewed stories of the year. No. 2 was on 49ers QB Brock Purdy.

SS PODCAST: Detroit Lions kicker Jake Bates on his incredible journey to the NFL

The Detroit Lions kicker talks about his incredible journey to the NFL, and trusting in God's direction for his life.

GET IN THE GAME PODCAST: Jack Easterby - Former NFL Executive

Former NFL executive Jack Easterby joins the "Get in the Game" podcast to discuss faith in sports, walking with Jesus and serving others.

Buffalo Bulls All-American LB Shaun Dolac says 'my identity is in Christ'

As Buffalo LB Shaun Dolac overcame obstacles and now leads the FBS in tackles, he stays rooted in Christ. "I play for an audience of One."

SS PODCAST: Super Bowl-champion coach Clyde Christensen on his calling, leaving a legacy

The 2-time Super Bowl-winning coach talks about leaving a legacy, coaching as a calling and building relationships.

Eagles QB Jalen Hurts rights Philly's passing game, seeks to 'dive in Scripture'

Eagles QB Jalen Hurts put to rest many doubts about Philly's passing game on Sunday. He says he finds wisdom and purpose in God's Word.