NFL players with the most recognizable tattoos - and what they mean

From tributes to fallen family members to full sleeves representing culture, struggle, and superstardom, to silly symbols that show off their personality, some of the league’s most iconic players wear their stories on their skin.

Here’s a look at the NFL players with the most recognizable tattoos and the meaning behind them.

NFL players with unique tattoos and the stories behind them

Odell Beckham Jr.

Odell Beckham Jr. is covered in tattoos, but among them are a series of Black icons and cultural influence, including Barack Obama, Martin Luther King Jr., and Malcolm X on his legs. He’s also got several influential Black athletes, including Jesse Owen, Muhammad Ali, and Kobe Bryant.

Stefon Diggs

Stefon Diggs is also covered in tattoos. His earliest include a cross and some chest ink including a tribute to his father who passed away in 2008. He’s since added a portrait of his late father as well as other sentimental pieces like the words “My Own Man”, and a rose for his mother.

Jalen Ramsey

Jalen Ramsey recently went under anesthesia to get a full leg sleeve tattoo which details his entire football journey as well as his accomplishments.

Von Miller

Von Miller has several tattoos, but he promised his mother never to get any on his face, hands, or neck. His tattoos show off his personality and interests - including his love for chickens. Yes, he has a chicken tattoo. Miller studied poultry science in college and plans to become a chicken farmer someday.

C.J. Gardner-Johnson

C.J. Gardner-Johnson’s tattoos commemorate the teams he’s played for, including the NFL logo, Eagles, Saints, and Lions logos, and tribute ink.

Whether it’s scripture, symbolism, or sheer style, tattoos offer a unique glimpse into an NFL player’s story off the field. In a league driven by image and intensity, these pieces of art carry as much weight as a game-winning play.

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