Steelers LB Mark Barron Honored By NFLPA After Giving Out 1,500 Turkeys in Alabama
Thanksgiving is all about showing appreciation for those around you. That's exactly what Steelers LB Mark Barron did, as he gave away 1,500 turkeys in his native Alabama to struggling families.
For his efforts, Barron was honored by the league and named the Week 12 NFLPA Community MVP.
Steelers’ LB Mark Barron named Week 12 NFLPA Community MVP for distributing 1,500 turkeys to underprivileged families in his home state of Alabama for Thanksgiving.
— Adam Schefter (@AdamSchefter) November 28, 2019
It's obvious that with an effort this big, Barron wasn't doing the good deed for a reward. He genuinely wanted to help the people he grew up around, showing he never forgot his roots.
Steelers' players always understand the importance of giving back, and this Thanksgiving Mark Barron (@M_B_24) and @MaurkicePouncey are doing just that by providing turkeys and more for families in need.
— Teresa Varley (@Teresa_Varley) November 28, 2019
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Barron grew up in Mobile, AL and played his college ball for the Crimson Tide, so his connection to the state runs deep.
Steelers teammate Maurkice Pouncey also helped to distribute the turkeys alongside Barron.
Barron joins other generous NFL players in earning this award, such as Richard Sherman who financially aided a Pop Warner team to a National Youth Championship.
Richard Sherman donated $5,000 to a Pop Warner team to help them get to the National Youth Championship.
— NBC Sports (@NBCSports) November 22, 2019
"I didn’t want finances to be the reason they didn’t get a reward for all their hard work and dedication.” https://t.co/UUrzXcLbm7
This is the side of sports we often overlook, but is just as important as all the other aspects.