2022 Jacksonville Jaguars My Cause My Cleats

"This year, I was introduced to THE ONES and immediately fell in love with their message of getting more people of color into teaching and education. To me, it's important for young people to experience teachers from all different backgrounds. It shows them that they too can make a difference by choosing education as their career."

"Some of my best memories as a child came at the Boys & Girls Club of Janesville, Wisconsin. It's an honor to represent such a great organization on my cleats and celebrate their role in helping local kids reach their full potential."

"My faith in Jesus Christ has always been first and foremost in my life, so I chose to represent First Coast Womens Services of Jacksonville on my cleats to honor their mission and to let people know there is help, compassion and resources available for expecting mothers in difficult circumstances and to provide them with the support the need when they choose life for their child."

"I never had a Boys & Girls Club when I was growing up and I always wanted one in my hometown. I feel like it would have positively impacted the whole community. I loved getting to go to Boys & Girls Club events and playing with the kids. My hope is that these clubs will expand because it provides a safe place to play, grow and excel in schooling."

"I recently lost my niece to brain cancer, and she spent time in SickKids hospital. I want to support the Ronald McDonald House in her honor and raise awareness for the work that these organizations do to take care of and provide for families facing cancer and other critical illnesses."

"Through education and job training, the National Urban League works tirelessly to ensure African-Americans and others in underserved communities have access to the same resources as everyone else.  In my second season, I am happy to once again support their efforts to make sure we are all on a level playing field."

"As a society, we often overlook the homeless. I want to use my platform to address this issue and work to find a solution. The Sulzbacher Center right here in Jacksonville is doing great work to get to the homeless the help they need. I am proud to represent the Sulzbacher Center on my cleats this season."

"Hunting is a great passion of mine, and I'm committed to preserving its heritage by supporting Turkeys for Tomorrow.  Hunters are avid conservationists and together we can reverse the declining wild turkey population through research, education and habitat management."

"My cousin, Kosha Lyons, passed away from lupus and I chose to honor her with my cleats through the NFL's My Cause My Cleats platform. The Lupus Foundation of America works to improve the quality of life for all people affected by lupus, and I hope me wearing these cleats spreads awareness and helps individuals receive the support that they need."

"I have a few good friends back home that are special education teachers. I know how important their role is in providing education and assistance to students and their families. I am happy to support them as well as the Special Olympics this year for My Cause My Cleats."

"I chose to represent Rock the Block because we work to inspire, encourage and empower youth in the inner city. We want the youth to understand that the opportunities to grow are endless. All you need is belief, faith and passion. And that's the message I want to spread with my cleats."

"Kentucky Children's Hospital has had a special place in my heart for many years.  They touch all parts of the state, from east to west, providing first class care to anyone who visits.  And to have my longtime friend Ellie designing my cleats for my rookie year is extra special.  She's one of the bravest kids I've ever met, and I'm proud to showcase her creativity for the My Cause My Cleats campaign."

"My cleats are dedicated to my grandmother, Myra, who we lost to pancreatic cancer.  I want to honor her memory and encourage future research so others can live long and healthy lives."

"Feeding Northeast Florida is an organization that my fiancé, Treyleanna, and I have personally worked with here in the Jacksonville community. I'm proud to represent them on my cleats as they continue their mission of solving hunger in Northeast Florida."

"I'm proud to once again support two causes close to my heart during the My Cause My Cleats Campaign. The HEADstrong Foundation continues to do great work to provide support to individuals and their families affected by childhood cancer. I'm also supporting The National Native American Boarding School Healing Coalition.  I am proud to support my mother who is Chippewa and help people have a better understanding of the Native American experience in this country."

"Alongside a group of close friends, I recently founded a nonprofit called Good Peoples Foundation, which we created on the principles of community enrichment. The mission of our foundation is to provide a vehicle for growth in underserved communities and schools, specifically the promotion of good early reading habits among children."

"This season my cleats will honor my "Nani," Janie Carolyn, who recently passed away from Alzheimer's.  She was the foundation of our family and had the biggest heart.  I honor her memory, today and always."

"I chose to support the Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America through my cleats because I had asthma growing up. I want younger athletes to be encouraged that they can overcome this obstacle and reach the highest level in their sport."

"Cancer is a devastating disease that I have personally seen impact my family, and I feel that using this platform to support the American Cancer Society is a great way to honor my grandmother, Robbie."

"During middle school I spent my afternoons at the Boys & Girls Club in Conyers, Georgia, where I got to hang out with lots of different kids.  They always made sure we did our homework first, and counselors were always available when we needed to talk.  I'm proud to support the Boys & Girls Club of America on my cleats."

"The future of Jacksonville is extremely important to me and my wife, Marissa, and that's why we chose to represent LiftJax, an organization committed to bringing change and working to eliminate poverty right here in Jacksonville. LiftJax plays a role as one of the community's quarterbacks and as one of the Jaguars quarterbacks, I applaud and support all they are doing to improve the wellbeing of all of Jacksonville's Eastside residents."

"Both of my grandfathers were in the U.S. Navy, and it's always been important to me to support the military every chance I get. It's an honor to be involved with the Wounded Warrior project and use my platform to bring attention to the great work they do."

"As a child of two Navy veterans, I grew up in a military household. My parents instilled those military values in me from a young age and that helped me get to where I am now. I am proud to support the Wounded Warrior Project and their mission to better the lives of service members and their families."

"I think it's important that we do not forget where we come from. The Mosholu Montefiore Community Center in the Bronx works tirelessly to guide young men and women and people of all ages to make good decisions and live full productive lives. I am honored to represent my hometown of Bronx, New York through the Mosholu Montefiore Community Center."

"Spending time playing outside, being active, and eating right is the foundation of a healthy life that Fuel Up to Play 60 and the Dairy Council promote. I want to encourage kids to start these habits while they are young, so they can reap the benefits throughout their lives."

"I support the American Cancer Society and their mission to save lives, and lead the fight in making a world that is cancer free. I honor my mother, Tara, who passed away from breast cancer on my cleats this season. Through her battle she showed incredible strength and I am proud to represent her."

"Misericordia Heart of Mercy Chicago provides a community of care that maximizes potential for persons with mild to profound developmental disabilities. Through the years, I have been invited to participate in various events with residents in my community, who without fail inspire me with their love and affection for life. I can't wait to return this offseason to show them the cleats I wore for My Cause My Cleats."

"I started volunteering at Lift for Life Academy, the first independent charter middle school to open in my hometown of St. Louis, as a high school senior. I return regularly and every time I do, I am inspired by the school's progress. What started off as programming to keep kids active and off the streets has now evolved into full K-12 curriculum. These students are being given hope at Lift for Life Academy and the best part is that they're seizing the opportunity."

"Lives Not Knives is an organization based in my home country that I am proud to support through my cleats. Lives Not Knives works to prevent knife crime and youth violence by educating and engaging young people. My hope is that the organization's work will help create safer communities and brighter futures."

"I completed two college internships with St. Jude Childrens Research Hospital and continue to be inspired by their selfless business model.  No family pays when a child comes to St. Jude and the research they conduct is shared freely with the world. I want my cleats to encourage support for their work in the hope of advancing cures and saving lives."

"I completed two college internships with St. Jude Childrens Research Hospital and continue to be inspired by their selfless business model.  No family pays when a child comes to St. Jude and the research they conduct is shared freely with the world. I want my cleats to encourage support for their work in the hope of advancing cures and saving lives."

"Growing up, my dad owned a McDonalds in the Chicago area, and we volunteered a lot at the Ronald McDonald House.  I liked being able to show support for the families with kids in the hospital, and I'm proud to represent this organization on my cleats."

"School is becoming increasingly reliant on technology and access to resources, but many children and families do not have the means to acquire what they need to succeed. COVID brought to light many needs of the students across the world and right here in Jacksonville. Through the Shaquille Quarterman Foundation, laptops and other materials are loaned to students and classrooms to help them learn and complete class assignments both in school and remotely."

"I have been supporting Big Brothers, Big Sisters throughout my NFL career and I am honored to represent them again in my seventh season. They do great work in the community, and I just want to do my part to highlight their impact on our youth."

"All kids deserve a place to learn new skills and try new things. Jacksonville Arts and Music School let's kids explore their creative side. I'm proud to represent this organization on my cleats."

"My mother, Yolanda Gardner, had the best job. She worked for the Boys & Girls Club in Key West and every day after school, I met my mom at work and played hard, grew stronger, furthered my education, met a lot of people and even learned how to swim. I'm grateful for that time in my life and today I am paying it forward with my cleats."

"I've supported the Aiming for a Cure Foundation in my home state of Iowa for many years.  Their work to support pediatric oncology patients and families is inspiring, and I'm grateful to continue being a part of their annual fundraising events."

"I'm honored to once again recognize both Seamark Ranch and Sponsored by GRACE on my cleats this year as a tribute to the great work both organizations do in providing a nurturing Christian environment for children in crisis.  It's a blessing for my family and I to work alongside both organizations throughout the year to share God's love with each and every child."

"The Make-A-Wish Foundation works to make dreams come true for children fighting critical illness. I have a place in my heart for kids and families who are going through such challenges and want to support the efforts of Make-A-Wish to bring some relief during treatments and joy into the healing process."

"Supporting those with autism is close to my heart because my nephew Mason has autism. I'm representing the National Autism Association on my cleats to spread awareness and advocate for resources and understanding for the autism community."

"Choosing to support the Alzheimer's Association through my cleats really hits home because I lost my grandfather to Alzheimer's. I want to spread awareness about the disease and the efforts being made to treat Alzheimer's and Dementia and find a cure."

"When I was young, my parents had my siblings and I hand out hundreds of holiday stockings, on Christmas morning, filled with anything from warm socks to oranges. They wanted us to have a greater appreciation for the holiday spirit and the act of helping others, which is what the Salvation Army is known for. My family's tradition of sharing stockings with veterans and at nursing homes is one I plan to introduce to my son, Isaiah, in the coming years."

"All four of the dogs I have had, Sophie, George, Lucy and Charlie have been rescues.  I think all dogs deserve a loving home. My cleats support the Jacksonville Humane Society and their hard work in ensuring every animal finds a forever home."

"It's important to remember where you come from.  I am honored to use my platform as a coach in the NFL to support Hope Mentorship back home in Batesville, Mississippi and their mission to influence, inspire and impact our youth through education and empowerment."

Charity: Stay Ready

"My brother-in-law Tim Walton founded "Stay Ready" as a way to inspire, encourage and empower young men and women. Our opportunity as coaches extends far past teaching the game of football and "Stay Ready" is more than a phrase we teach. It's a mindset of how to live your life and attack obstacles. I look forward to representing Coach Walton and the "Stay Ready" organization on the sidelines with my shoes."

The remaining Jaguars coaching staff came together to uplift the Jacksonville community by representing the Jaguars Foundation on their cleats. The Foundation works to provide economic and equal opportunity through programs that strengthen our neighborhoods and develop our youth.