NFL First Ever International Ring Of Honour Ceremony
By now we’re all pretty used to seeing NFL games being played in London, U.K. We may grumble about having to get up early to watch the games live but we do it anyway. Now the NFL is introducing something new to the London games. The NFL has announced its first-ever International Ring of Honour ceremony, taking place during halftime festivities of the New York Jets-Minnesota Vikings game on Oct. 6 at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium. Yes, they are using the British spelling of the word honor, it’s not a typo.
As was mentioned we have gotten used to the London games and it’s no wonder since they have been happening for 17 years. So to recognize that history two NFL Legends that have had an impact on the game will be honored. London-born, two-time Super Bowl champion Osi Umenyiora and five-time Pro Bowler Jared Allen. The NFL London Games Ring of Honour ceremony seeks to recognize those who have contributed to the growth and development of football in the U.K. and Ireland — both on- and off-the-field.
So what was it about Umenyiora and Allen that caught the attention of the NFL U.K.? The general manager explained:
“Osi and Jared are two fantastic honourees for our inaugural International Ring of Honour ceremony in London,” said NFL U.K. & Ireland General Manager Henry Hodgson. “Both players had a role in cementing the league’s international growth, and continue to have a significant impact on the game and our growing fandom in the U.K. We look forward to kicking off our 2024 NFL London Games recognizing and celebrating their contributions.”
NFL First Ever International Ring Of Honour Ceremony
Both men are actively promoting international growth of the game. Umenyiora continues to give back to the international community via his talent identification program the Uprise. His role as IFAF and NFL Global Flag Football Ambassador. And his ongoing contributions to the NFL community in the U.K. And with the Vikings’ marketing rights in the U.K., via the NFL’s Global Markets Program, Allen has become a leading figure, promoting international fandom across the market.
So what should you expect with the halftime ceremony? The honourees will make brief remarks on-field and banners paying homage to their careers will be revealed. Banners will be displayed at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium throughout the 2024 NFL London Games, and will return in the NFL seasons ahead.
With the implementation of this new ceremony it reinforces the fact that the London games are here to stay.
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