Crucial Catch
Since 2009, the NFL and the American Cancer Society (ACS) have teamed up to fight cancer and save lives. Crucial Catch helps more people catch cancer early, and addresses the unequal burden of cancer in under-resourced communities. Crucial Catch promotes prevention and early detection of cancer, which can impact anyone at any age, and increases access to lifesaving cancer screenings. Since 2009, Crucial Catch has raised more than $30 million and impacted over 1.8 million people in communities that need it most.
Money raised through Crucial Catch supports the American Cancer Society’s Community Health Advocates implementing Nationwide Grants for Empowerment and Equity (CHANGE) program. This program promotes health equity and addresses cancer early detection disparities through community-based cancer prevention programs that increase access to necessary cancer screenings.
Please join us to make a Crucial Catch against cancer today.
Congratulations to C.J. Ham, Minnesota Vikings Fullback, American Cancer Society Ambassador and 2024 Walter Payton Man of the Year nominee, for being named 2024 American Cancer Society Ambassador of the Year. We are excited to highlight CJ for his incredible work in the community and his dedication to supporting cancer patients and survivors.
Thank you to C.J. and all the American Cancer Society Ambassadors for their passion, time, and commitment to ending cancer as we know it, for everyone.
* Demario Davis, New Orleans Saints Linebacker and Player Ambassador for the American Cancer Society (Photo: AP Images)
Make A Crucial Catch
There’s no sure way to prevent cancer, but you can go on the offense with regular screening and lifestyle changes to help reduce your risk. Find your local cancer screening resources and learn how to reduce your cancer risk. Check out The Defender, presented by Sleep Number, to learn more about what screening tests and lifestyle choices are right for you.
NFL Crucial Catch PSA
It Takes All of Us will aim to communicate to fans the breadth and depth of the impact that the NFL family has in local communities. The “We See You” campaign returns again this year, aiming to continue to increase awareness of the need for cancer screenings, encourage fans to be proactive in finding their local screening resources, and learn how to reduce their cancer risk. While fans see NFL players’ strength on gameday, the NFL family likewise sees and recognizes the strength in support in overcoming obstacles and challenges. The campaign communicates to fans the NFL’s role as a force for good in our country and beyond, providing tangible support in areas of need.
Get Involved with Crucial Catch
Suit up with your favorite Crucial Catch gear or bid on a variety of auction items.
Crucial Catch gear
Support your favorite team and support the cause at the same time. The NFL donates 100% of its proceeds from Crucial Catch merchandise to the American Cancer Society to provide cancer screenings and resources to under resourced communities.
Bid on Crucial Catch products
It Takes All Of Us To Intercept Cancer. Support the fight against cancer by bidding on Authentic game-worn NFL Crucial Catch products. NFL donates 100% of its proceeds from Crucial Catch to support the efforts of the American Cancer Society toward nationwide cancer prevention, early detection, access to cancer in under-served communities.
Support off the field
Whether you are an athlete, ambassador, survivor or community member, there are many ways you can support the American Cancer Society's mission to end cancer as we know it, for everyone.
- Become an ambassador
- Become a volunteer
- Become a partner
- Create a fundraiser
- Join a community event
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2024 Crucial Catch Ambassadors
| Name | NFL Team |
| Tutu Atwell | LA Rams |
| Brandon Bolden | Free Agent |
| Chandler Brewer | Free Agent |
| Deon Bush | Kansas City Chiefs |
| Demario Davis | New Orleans Saints |
| Caleb Farley | Carolina Panthers |
| William Gholston | Tampa Bay Buccaneers |
| Kylen Granson | Indianapolis Colts |
| C.J. Ham | Minnesota Vikings |
| Alexander Mattison | Las Vegas Raiders |
| Bradley Pinion | Atlanta Falcons |
| Dak Prescott | Dallas Cowboys |
| Dalton Risner | Minnesota Vikings |
| Skylar Thompson | Miami Dolphins |
| Quincy Williams | New York Jets |
| Quinnen Williams | New York Jets |
| Jeff Wilson Jr. | Miami Dolphins |
