Football may look like a hobby, but for men, it operates as a full-blown emotional ecosystem. It’s a source of identity, belonging, competition, ritual, escape, and even emotional expression, in ways that everyday life doesn’t always allow.

The standout Hoosiers QB and Heisman favorite gave fans an interview to remember following Saturday's victory over Ohio State.

Penn State's new football coach, Matt Campbell, was emotional for the duration of his introductory remarks on Monday.

Georgia football coach Kirby Smart got emotional about wide receiver Cole Speer, and several other seniors, after the Bulldogs beat Alabama in the SEC Championship.

Vikings veteran safety Harrison Smith got choked up in the locker room after Sunday's 31-0 win over the Washington Commanders, talking about having fun playing football again.

Martin Odegaard has revealed that Gabriel Jesus was “quite emotional” after making his comeback from injury on Wednesday night.Photo by Dean Mouhtaropoulos/Getty ImagesGabriel Jesus made his

The devastated son of fugitive Virginia football coach Travis Turner celebrated a “bittersweet” win after his father’s team kept its undefeated season alive Saturday night – even as cops continue