NFL players show appreciation on Memorial Day

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Several NFL players and coaches took to social media on Memorial Day to honor the servicemen and women in the U.S. Armed Forces and the sacrifices they make on our behalf.

Below is a sampling of the many who shared their thoughts:

Houston Texans defensive end J.J. Watt:

Those who put their lives on the line knowing they may not make it back home, yet still continuing down the path to protect this great country and in the end making the ultimate sacrifice in service of their fellow American.
True heroes we may never thank enough.#MemorialDay

— JJ Watt (@JJWatt) May 28, 2018

Seattle Seahawks head coach Pete Carroll:

On this day, we remember all our armed forces who have sacrificed their lives to serve our country. We honor our fallen veterans and their families— today and always. Thank you

— Pete Carroll (@PeteCarroll) May 28, 2018

Minnesota Vikings wide receiver Adam Thielen:

Thanks to all those men and women, past and present that have served this great country! We appreciate all the sacrifices you and your families have made for our freedom! God bless America 🇺🇸

— Adam Thielen (@athielen19) May 28, 2018

New Orleans Saints defensive end Cameron Jordan:

#HappyMemorialDay to all the great men and women that has made countless sacrifices and display of selflessness to protect and serve!! THANK YOU!!! 🙌🏾

— T. Stead 🎤🎧 (@T_Armstead72) May 28, 2018

Detroit Lions wide receiver Golden Tate:

I hope everyone is enjoying their long weekend,please find a moment to pray for and thank our veterans that have sacrificed so much for our freedom. To the families that have lost someone at war we are thankful for such incredibly strong men and women that served

— Golden Tate (@ShowtimeTate) May 28, 2018

Pro Football Hall of Famer and Denver Broncos general manager John Elway:

Today's about reflecting & remembering those who sacrificed for us. We honor and thank these brave men and women as well as their families! #MemorialDay pic.twitter.com/Ywb1Y3twoO

— John Elway (@johnelway) May 28, 2018

Philadelphia Eagles offensive tackle Lane Johnson:

Thank you to all those who gave the ultimate sacrifice for our country. True heroes. 🇺🇲 #MemorialDay #America

— Lane Johnson (@LaneJohnson65) May 28, 2018

Eagles defensive end Chris Long:

Saints running back Mark Ingram:

Big shoutout and big love to all the brave and selfless men and women who sacrifice so much so we are safe and free! The time I spent with our forces changed my life! I love all our troops and appreciate y’all forever! #HappyMemorialDay pic.twitter.com/idNTw7VTwr

— Mark Ingram II (@markingramII) May 28, 2018

Texans cornerback Johnathan Joseph:

Taking today and every day time to remember and honor all those who served our country with dignity and grace. We honor the fallen for the ultimate sacrifice this Memorial Day. Thank You from the Joseph’s.

— APED (@_ApedERC) May 28, 2018