Benjamin Watson on Why Faith Is More Visible Than Ever in Sports -- and Why That Matters

February 05, 2026
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Former NFL tight end Benjamin Watson joins Crosswalk Talk for a wide-ranging conversation on why faith is more visible than ever in sports -- and what’s driving that cultural shift. Watson reflects on pressure, perspective and how athletes are using today’s platforms to speak openly about Jesus, from college campuses to the NFL. He also shares how his own playing career, including winning a Super Bowl, shaped his understanding of identity, success and faith. Plus, Watson explains Sports Spectrum’s partnership with Compassion International.

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Website: https://benjaminswatson.com/

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Michael Foust has covered the intersection of faith and culture for more than two decades. His stories have appeared in the Knoxville News Sentinel, Christianity Today, Toronto Star and Baptist Press.

Michael enjoys popcorn, college football, history, hiking, growing tomatoes, and watching his children play sports. He is a graduate of the University of Tennessee and Southern Baptist Theological Seminary, husband to his amazing wife, Julie, and the father of four super kids.
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