John Bates | My Cause My Cleats

This week, players all over the NFL are wearing customized cleats to bring awareness to important causes they support throughout the year. Commanders TE John Bates is using his own experience being born with a cleft palate to help other children get the corrective surgery they need with Smile Train.

Achievements on the field are special for NFL players, but creating a legacy and using their influence for good off the field is what really matters. This year, Tucker Kraft is highlighting the Cheyenne River Youth Project, whose work provides youth in the Lakota community with the access, resources, and opportunities they need to have a successful future.

Achievements on the field are special for NFL players, but creating a legacy and using their influence for good off the field is what really matters. This year, Deebo Samuel will promote the work of SPAAT, which provides support programs to help student-athletes make a successful transition to college and a career.

Achievements on the field are special for NFL players, but creating a legacy and using their influence for good off the field is what really matters. This year, Christian Gonzalez will bring attention to the important work of KyleCares in promoting open and honest communication about the mental health challenges faced by teens and young adults in today's society.

Achievements on the field are special for NFL players, but creating a legacy and using their influence for good off the field is what really matters.

Check out Maxx Crosby design cleats for 'Stand Up for Pits' – supporting rescue and awareness for pit bulls.

See Josh Allen's Heartwarming journey designing cleats with kids from Oishei Children's Hospital.

Watch DK Metcalf design cleats with Prison Fellowship and SOUND, supporting justice reform and inclusivity.

Carolina Panthers Tight End Hayden Hurst honors Face the Fight & The Hayden Hurst Family Foundation for My Cause My Cleats to raise awareness of veteran suicide prevention in partnership with USAA. Learn more at wefacethefight.org.

NFL RedZone recaps all of the "My Cause My Cleats" social-media activity from Week 13 of the 2023 NFL season.

Green Bay Packers linebacker Rashan Gary joins 'The Insiders' for an exclusive interview regarding 'My Cause My Cleats' and what cause he is supporting with his shoes.

Young Dylan features player's custom cleats for the NFL's My Cause My Cleats initiative.

Last week, players all over the NFL wore customized cleats to bring awareness to important causes they support throughout the year. Steelers Lineman Kevin Dotson credits art with helping re-center him after a tough game and he wants others to experience that healing power with the organization Artists Image Resource. Text "MCMC" to 635635 to hear players' stories, bid on their custom cleats for charity, and learn more about how they're making a difference in their communities.

Last week, players all over the NFL wore customized cleats to bring awareness to important causes they support throughout the year. Steelers Running Back Najee Harris' organization Da Bigger Picture is providing kids' tools for better education, addressing homelessness, and more. Text "MCMC" to 635635 to hear players' stories, bid on their custom cleats for charity, and learn more about how they're making a difference in their communities.

NFL RedZone host Scott Hanson details NFL players participating in the NFL's My Cause My Cleats initiative in Week 13.

A Commitment to the Cause

This week, players all over the NFL are wearing customized cleats to bring awareness to important causes they support throughout the year. Packers linebacker Justin Hollins is shedding light on the global water crisis with the Thirst Project.

NFL Network's Steve Smith Sr. reveals that his 'My Cause My Cleats' benefits his family's mental health foundation.

This week, players all over the NFL are wearing customized cleats to bring awareness to important causes they support throughout the year. Miami Dolphins quarterback Teddy Bridgewater and Houston Texans linebacker Christian Kirksey are part of a larger group amplifying Black Women's Health Imperative, an organization dedicated to addressing equity in health care.

NFL Network's Ian Rapoport's 'My Cause My Cleats' commemorates Kids in Need Foundation.

Check out Bufflo Bills quarterback Josh Allen's and New England Patriots quarterback Mac Jones' 'My Cause My Cleats' for Bills-Patriots game on 'TNF'.

NFL Network's DeAngelo Hall describes NFL's 'My Cause My Cleats' initiative and what it means to him.

Miami artist Marcus Rivero details the custom cleats he creates for the NFL's My Cause My Cleats initiative.

Since moving to SoFi Stadium in 2020, the Chargers have forged vital connections with the community in Inglewood and greater Los Angeles. Quarterback Justin Herbert is using his platform to make an impact on the lives of L.A. kids in a variety of ways.

Away from football, Super Bowl Champs and Los Angeles Rams Teammates Tyler Higbee and Johnny Hekker are also involved in a different sporting event - one that carries even greater meaning for many of its participants.