The NFL has had captain patches for over 15 years now. Here's how the patch came to be and way the stars on it mean for each player.

The NFL officially recognized captains in 2007 and began issuing the patches then. ... The Giants midfield logo was typically ...

The NFL’s rules allow only eight players per game to wear the captain logo on their jersey. So, it is unclear how those teams will determine who doesn’t get the “C” every week and perhaps piss off a ...

With the NFL season officially here, the 2024 49ers captains have been announced. The team announced eight captains, which is two more than usual. The San Francisco 49ers have a big year ahead of ...

NFL players began wearing the patches in the 2007 season, although teams had captains for years before that. The captains come out for the pre-game coin-toss and aid with communication among the team.

When Bo Nix makes his NFL debut on Sunday, the former Pinson Valley High School and Auburn standout will be more than the Denver Broncos’ starting quarterback.Nix also will be a team captain for ...

The NFL has had captain patches for over 15 years now. ... the game's logo is added to the shirt; Walter Payton Man of the Year winners and nominees get to wear that logo on their uniforms as well.

The NFL officially recognized captains in 2007 and began issuing the patches then. ... The Giants midfield logo was typically an NFL shield ever since it moved into the new MetLife Stadium in 2010.