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What was supposed to be a week to rest and regroup turned into an unexpected week of emotions. The\u00a0Dallas Cowboys\u00a0started their bye week by adding talent to the defensive side of the ball, but then dealt with tragedy when\u00a0Marshawn Kneeland passed away.<\/p>\n
As difficult of a situation as this has been for everyone in the organization, head coach Brian Schottenheimer appears to be the right man to lead them through it. Former backup quarterback Cooper Rush claimed\u00a0Schottenheimer’s love for people made him the right man, and as they prepare to take the field on Monday for the first time without Kneeland, executive vice president Stephen Jones is echoing that sentiment.<\/p>\n
Jones made his weekly appearance on\u00a0105.3 The Fan\u00a0<\/em>and praised Schottenheimer for the way he’s handled this situation. He first quoted Schottenheimer, who said they won’t move on but will move forward. He then\u00a0praised his authenticity and heart.<\/p>\n \u201cI think that\u2019s right, I just think it comes back to his authenticity. He\u2019s got a big heart. Everything about him\u2019s real. I know the team feels that way about him. I know his staff does, and I know certainly management and ownership feel the same way,” Jones said.<\/p>\n “I think he\u2019s just done an outstanding job working with our team, working through the staff. You know, as we said, we\u2019re going through a really difficult situation that certainly puts everything into perspective.\u201d<\/p>\n As a first-year head coach, Schottenheimer has dealt with trials on the field, beginning with the front office’s decision to trade\u00a0Micah Parsons. He’s also had to try and overcome multiple injuries, especially in the secondary.<\/p>\n Now, he’s been the face of the franchise during an unexpected tragedy and doing so with grace. His handling of this situation deserves the praise Jones has given, and continues to show why the Cowboys were so adamant about making him their coach this offseason.<\/p>\n Green Bay, WI<\/strong> \u2013 In an inspiring move that combines his passion for football and support for the military, Jordan Love has announced that he will be donating half of his earnings from each game to the “Salute to Service” campaign. This initiative, which supports active-duty military personnel, veterans, and their families, is something close to Love\u2019s heart, and he\u2019s making a bold commitment to give back in a significant way.<\/p>\n The Green Bay Packers<\/strong> quarterback, who has quickly become a fan favorite, made the announcement with a message of gratitude and respect for those who serve. “Our military and veterans sacrifice so much for our country, and this is just a small way I can give back to them,” Love said. “I\u2019m fortunate to be in a position where I can help, and I\u2019m committed to making a difference by supporting the Salute to Service campaign. This isn\u2019t about me\u2014it\u2019s about showing appreciation and giving back to those who give everything for us.”<\/p>\n The “Salute to Service” campaign is a nationwide initiative that helps provide critical support to military families, including financial assistance, health services, and educational programs. Love\u2019s decision to dedicate a portion of his game earnings to this cause is a testament to his character and his desire to use his platform for positive change.<\/p>\n “I\u2019ve always believed in the importance of supporting those who serve, and I think it\u2019s important for athletes, especially those in the spotlight, to use their visibility to make a difference,” Love continued. “Whether it\u2019s helping veterans transition to civilian life or supporting active-duty service members and their families, I want to be part of something bigger than just football.”<\/p>\n Fans of the Green Bay Packers<\/strong> have expressed admiration for Love\u2019s commitment, applauding him for using his success to give back to the community. “Jordan\u2019s leadership on and off the field is inspiring,” said one Packers supporter. “This gesture shows the kind of person he is\u2014focused on making a real impact in people\u2019s lives.”<\/p>\n Love\u2019s pledge to donate half of his earnings from each game is set to start immediately, with the first contribution going to the “Salute to Service” campaign in time for the upcoming season. His generosity serves as a powerful reminder of the positive influence athletes can have, not just through their athleticism, but through their contributions to meaningful causes.<\/p>\n “I hope this encourages others to give back in whatever way they can,” Love added. “We all have a role to play in supporting those who protect and defend our country.”<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" What was supposed to be a week to rest and regroup turned into an unexpected week of emotions. The\u00a0Dallas Cowboys\u00a0started their bye week by adding talent to the defensive side of the…<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":15910,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[1],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-15911","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-hot-news"],"aioseo_notices":[],"aioseo_head":"\n\t\t\n\t\n\t\n\t\n\t\n\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t