The event, which included Moana merch as well as Commanders giveaways, meet-and-greet opportunities and more, was a unique and fun chance to celebrate and connect around Polynesian culture.

The Walter Payton NFL Man of the Year Award is the league's most prestigious honor, recognizing players who excel on-the-field and demonstrate a steadfast commitment to creating a positive impact beyond the game.

For the program, the Commanders coach chose to highlight the Bobbi Engram Foundation, an initiative named after his late daughter who died from sickle cell disease. 

This year, when the Commanders square off against the Tennessee Titans for Week 14, fans will notice Cosmi sporting a unique pair of cleats designed to support Best Buddies, an organization dedicated to serving and supporting individuals with intellectual disabilities (IDD).

With the 2024 league-wide "My Cause, My Cleats" initiative returning in Weeks 13 and 14 of the NFL season, it was a no-brainer for Martin to choose the Lupus Foundation of America as his benefactor for the second consecutive year.

Started by the Hall of Fame quarterback Bart Starr and his wife Cherry in 2017, the Starr Children's Fund raises funds to support childhood cancer research, treatment and caregiver support. One key way the Fund has done this in recent years is through Helmets for Heroes.

The Walter Payton NFL Man of the Year Award is the league's most prestigious honor and acknowledges NFL players who excel on the field and demonstrate a passion for creating a lasting positive impact beyond the game in their communities.

In partnership with the NFL, AED maker Defibtech, the Professional Football Athletic Training Society (PFATS) and health care supply distributer Henry Schein, the 32 teams around the league are donating AEDs to local high schools within each NFL club's city.

On Sunday, Washington Commanders punter Tress Way will be facing off against Atlanta punter Bradley Pinion, but throughout this season, the two players are on the same team helping a cause bigger than football.

Left tackle Charles Leno Jr. ran a free flag football camp for girls aged 7-14 on Saturday, Oct. 7 at OrthoVirginia Training Center with the goal of promoting opportunities for girls in football. No matter their experience level, the campers, which came from all around the DMV area, were welcomed into the environment and left with increased confidence and knowledge of the sport.

With the help of SeatGeek and the Commanders, Tony P had a fun Sunday filled with plenty of memorable moments, including hang outs with fans and alumni and time spent on the sidelines before kickoff.

The "Icon of D.C." award is presented annually to recognize someone who has profoundly impacted the area and embodies important lessons for college students. And this year, Williams was chosen not just for his ability to play football, but for his undying efforts of giving Black athletes voices and the continuing work he maintains to bring more diversity to the NFL's front office.