The thrilling matchup between the New York Giants and the Washington Commanders wasn't just all about the action on the field but also a celebration of soulful voices from The Pro Players Group.
On Sunday, the spotlight shone on an extraordinary group of former NFL players who took center stage to perform the National Anthem.
Instead of jerseys and cleats, the group stunned in winter looks as members Demarcus Williams, Nathan Palmer, Keshun Freeman, Olrick Johnson Jr., Stephen Pierce and Cameron Newton delivered a powerful and moving performance in their rendition of "The Star-Spangled Banner."
The Pro Players Group performs the national anthem for our New York Giants New York Giants at MetLife Stadium vs. the Washington Commanders pic.twitter.com/vHwRJ8q6AR
— Polly (@pollygarcia0915) December 15, 2025The performance was especially nostalgic, given that the group is composed entirely of former gridiron pros.
Meet the Members of The Pro Players Group
Though they played for different teams and held different positions, the group was united by the same passion and transformed that bond into something truly inspiring on stage.
Stephen Pierce is a former NFL wide receiver for the Cleveland Browns, having played with the team until 1987. After retiring from professional football, he turned his focus to leadership and advocacy, serving as the president of the San Diego chapter of NFL Former Players, as well as Pro Players Inc. According to his Instagram bio, he also appeared on America’s Got Talent Season 17.
From a former wide receiver to quarterback, Cameron Newton was an ex-Carolina Panthers player who was with the team from 2011 to 2019 and in 2021. Newton also joined AGT as part of the all-NFL group The Players Choir.
PPG member Keshun Freeman was a linebacker for the New Orleans Saints who entered the league in 2018 but was waived before the regular season began.
Another former linebacker was Olrick Johnson Jr., who played briefly for the New England Patriots, the New York Jets and the Minnesota Vikings.
Nathan Palmer, who was also a member of The Players Choir, was a former wide receiver for several teams, including the San Francisco 49ers, Indianapolis Colts, Denver Broncos and Oakland Raiders. After his NFL stint, he focused on his music career, performing at various shows like the Englewood Music Fest.
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