Being a professional athlete, especially in the NFL, creates a unique brotherhood. On the field, players compete tooth-and-nail against one another, often delivering some of the most violent and brutal hits that can be imagined. Off the field, they often regularly rely on one another for guidance as they navigate an almost unimaginable life of athletic stardom. One of the quickest-growing connections throughout the league is in players’ philanthropic efforts, which are on full display in the