DeAndre Hopkins wears number 10 in honor of his cousin who served 10 years in jail.
Deshaun Watson's number 4 was inspired by his idol, NBA player JJ Redick.
Lamar Jackson chose number 8 to honor his father and grandmother who passed away on the same day.
Darrelle Revis paid $50,000 to obtain the number 24, in honor of Kobe Bryant.
Russell Wilson chose number 3 to honor the Holy Trinity and his late father.
Why do NFL players choose their jersey numbers?
—NFL players choose their jersey numbers based on personal significance and meaning, often honoring loved ones or idolizing other athletes.
Is there a specific process for choosing jersey numbers?
—There is no strict process, but players often have to negotiate or buy out the desired jersey number if it is currently worn by another player on the team.
Do all NFL players have a meaningful reason for their jersey numbers?
—Not all players have a deep meaning behind their jersey numbers, but many choose numbers that hold personal significance to them.
Are there any superstitions or curses associated with jersey numbers?
—Some people believe in the Madden Curse, which suggests that players featured on the cover of the Madden video game experience bad luck or injuries.
Can NFL players change their jersey numbers?
—NFL players can change their jersey numbers, but it may require negotiation or buying out the current number from another player on the team.
00:00Players' jersey numbers have hidden meanings
05:39DeAndre Hopkins wears number 10 in honor of his cousin who served 10 years in jail
08:32Deshaun Watson's number 4 was inspired by his idol, JJ Redick
09:55Lamar Jackson chose number 8 to honor his father and grandmother
12:09Darrelle Revis paid $50,000 for the number 24, in honor of Kobe Bryant
12:41Russell Wilson chose number 3 to honor the Holy Trinity and his late father
