Characters Unite

NFL Characters Unite

NFL Characters Unite features Atlanta Falcons Pro Bowl tight end Tony Gonzalez, New Orleans Saints star tight end Jimmy Graham, Pittsburgh Steelers wide receiver and Super Bowl XL MVP Hines Ward, and NBC’s Football Night in America analyst and Super Bowl-winning Indianapolis Colts head coach Tony Dungy.  All four, who have experienced enormous success on the field, have also overcome extreme hate and bigotry in their lives.   In the documentary, the NFL stars share their own personal journeys – from the racism Coach Dungy confronted and the bullying Gonzalez faced, to the foster care abuse Graham endured and the bigotry Ward surmounted – and each helps to transform the life of a teen currently dealing with a similar situation.  The players impart strength and advice to assist the teens in getting past the hate, violence and devastating cycle of low expectations, and achieving their full potential. Through candid interviews and unique one-on-one activities, these on- and off-the-field heroes help bring diverse people together, change attitudes and instill courage and compassion. Premieres Feb. 10, 7/6c.