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NFL And Its Fans Honor Fallen Heroes With 9-11 Memorials

Tennessee Titans v Jacksonville Jaguars

JACKSONVILLE, FL - SEPTEMBER 11: Flags of the Jacksonville Jaguars and United States fly together ahead of the Tennessee Titans versus Jacksonville Jaguars game at EverBank Field on September 11, 2011 in Jacksonville, Florida. (Photo by Streeter Lecka/Getty Images)
Tennessee Titans v Jacksonville Jaguars

JACKSONVILLE, FL - SEPTEMBER 11: American flags are handed out prior to a game between the Jacksonville Jaguars and Tennessee Titans at EverBank Field on September 11, 2011 in Jacksonville, Florida. (Photo by Sam Greenwood/Getty Images)
Tennessee Titans v Jacksonville Jaguars

JACKSONVILLE, FL - SEPTEMBER 11: The American flag is displayed outside the stadium prior to the game between the Jacksonville Jaguars and the Tennessee Titans at EverBank Field on September 11, 2011 in Jacksonville, Florida. (Photo by Sam Greenwood/Getty Images)
Tennessee Titans v Jacksonville Jaguars

JACKSONVILLE, FL - SEPTEMBER 11: The American flag is displayed outside the stadium prior to the game between the Jacksonville Jaguars and the Tennessee Titans at EverBank Field on September 11, 2011 in Jacksonville, Florida. (Photo by Sam Greenwood/Getty Images)
Atlanta Falcons v Chicago Bears

CHICAGO, IL - SEPTEMBER 11: American Flags are flown at half mast outside to commemorate the tenth anniversary of 9/11 terrorist attacks prior to the game between the Chicago Bears and the Atlanta Falcons at Soldier Field on September 11, 2011 in Chicago, Illinois. (Photo by Scott Boehm/Getty Images)
Indianapolis Colts v Houston Texans

HOUSTON - SEPTEMBER 11: A Houston Texan fan looks on during pre-game warmups at Reliant Stadium on September 11, 2011 in Houston, Texas. (Photo by Bob Levey/Getty Images)
New York Giants v Washington Redskins

LANDOVER, MD - SEPTEMBER 11: The American flag is displayed before the season opener game between the New York Giants and the Washington Redskins at FedExField on September 11, 2011 in Landover, Maryland. (Photo by Ronald Martinez/Getty Images)
New York Giants v Washington Redskins

LANDOVER, MD - SEPTEMBER 11: NFL fans before the season opener game between the New York Giants and the Washington Redskins at FedExField on September 11, 2011 in Landover, Maryland. (Photo by Ronald Martinez/Getty Images)
Pittsburgh Steelers v Baltimore Ravens

BALTIMORE, MD - SEPTEMBER 11: General view of fans cheering during ceremonies commemorating the 10th anniversary of the September 11, 2001 terrorist attacks before the start of the season opener between Baltimore Ravens and Pittsburgh Steelers game at M&T Bank Stadium on September 11, 2011 in Baltimore, Maryland. (Photo by Rob Carr/Getty Images)
Pittsburgh Steelers v Baltimore Ravens

BALTIMORE, MD - SEPTEMBER 11: Cleats commemorating the 10th anniversary of the September 11, 2001 terrorist attacks worn by Brendon Ayanbadejo #51 of the Baltimore Ravens are shown before the start of the season opener against Pittsburgh Steelers game at M&T Bank Stadium on September 11, 2011 in Baltimore, Maryland. (Photo by Rob Carr/Getty Images)
New York Giants v Washington Redskins

LANDOVER, MD - SEPTEMBER 11: American flags on display before the season opener between the New York Giants and the Washington Redskins at FedExField on September 11, 2011 in Landover, Maryland. (Photo by Ronald Martinez/Getty Images)
Buffalo Bills v Kansas City Chiefs

KANSAS CITY, MO - SEPTEMBER 11: Fans hold a banner to commemorate the 10th anniversary of September 11th prior to the start of the game between the Buffalo Bills and the Kansas City Chiefs at Arrowhead Stadium on September 11, 2011 in Kansas City, Missouri. (Photo by Jamie Squire/Getty Images)
Tennessee Titans v Jacksonville Jaguars

JACKSONVILLE, FL - SEPTEMBER 11: A general view of the flyover ahead of the Tennessee Titans versus Jacksonville Jaguars during their season opener at EverBank Field on September 11, 2011 in Jacksonville, Florida. (Photo by Streeter Lecka/Getty Images)
Tennessee Titans v Jacksonville Jaguars

JACKSONVILLE, FL - SEPTEMBER 11: A general view of flag bearers remembering the 9/11 attacks ahead of the Tennessee Titans versus Jacksonville Jaguars during their season opener at EverBank Field on September 11, 2011 in Jacksonville, Florida. (Photo by Streeter Lecka/Getty Images)
Atlanta Falcons v Chicago Bears

CHICAGO, IL - SEPTEMBER 11: Fans of the Chicago Bears participate in a minute of silence before the Bears take on the Atlanta Falcons at Soldier Field on September 11, 2011 in Chicago, Illinois. (Photo by Jonathan Daniel/Getty Images)
Atlanta Falcons v Chicago Bears

CHICAGO, IL - SEPTEMBER 11: A young child holds a flag during a pre-game ceremony honoring the 10th anniversary of the 9/11 attacks before a game between the Chicago Bears and the Atlanta Falcons at Soldier Field on September 11, 2011 in Chicago, Illinois. (Photo by Jonathan Daniel/Getty Images)
Cincinnati Bengals v Cleveland Browns

CLEVELAND, OH - SEPTEMBER 11: Tight end Benjamin Watson #82 of the Cleveland Browns runs onto the field prior to their game against the Cincinnati Bengals during the season opener at Cleveland Browns Stadium on September 11, 2011 in Cleveland, Ohio. (Photo by Matt Sullivan/Getty Images)
Philadelphia Eagles v St. Louis Rams

ST. LOUIS, MO - SEPTEMBER 11: A general view during the National Anthem before the season opener between the Philadelphia Eagles and St. Louis Rams at Edward Jones Dome on September 11, 2011 in St. Louis, Missouri. (Photo by Jeff Curry/Getty Images)
Cincinnati Bengals v Cleveland Browns

CLEVELAND, OH - SEPTEMBER 11: Benjamin Watson #82 of the Cleveland Browns runs on to the field with an American Fla prior to the game against the Cincinnati Bengals in the season opener at Cleveland Browns Stadium on September 11, 2011 in Cleveland, Ohio. (Photo by Jason Miller/Getty Images)
New York Giants v Washington Redskins

LANDOVER, MD - SEPTEMBER 11: A fan takes a picture of the American flag before the season opener between the New York Giants and the Washington Redskins at FedExField on September 11, 2011 in Landover, Maryland. (Photo by Ronald Martinez/Getty Images)
Detroit Lions v Tampa Bay Buccaneers

TAMPA, FL - SEPTEMBER 11: Two Detroit Lions fans stand under an American Flag during the season opener against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers at Raymond James Stadium September 11, 2011 in Tampa, Florida. (Photo by Al Messerschmidt/Getty Images)
Pittsburgh Steelers v Baltimore Ravens

BALTIMORE, MD - SEPTEMBER 11: A Baltimore Ravens fan waves an American flag during second half of the season opener against the Pittsburgh Steelers at M&T Bank Stadium on September 11, 2011 in Baltimore, Maryland. (Photo by Rob Carr/Getty Images)
Cincinnati Bengals v Cleveland Browns

CLEVELAND, OH - SEPTEMBER 11: Fans listen to the national anthem as an American flag is spread across the field prior to the Cleveland Browns and Cincinnati Bengals game at Cleveland Browns Stadium on September 11, 2011 in Cleveland, Ohio. (Photo by Matt Sullivan/Getty Images)
Cincinnati Bengals v Cleveland Browns

CLEVELAND, OH - SEPTEMBER 11: Cleveland Browns players and U.S. service men and women stand at attention holding an American flag across the field during the national anthem prior to the Cleveland Browns and Cincinnati Bengals game at Cleveland Browns Stadium on September 11, 2011 in Cleveland, Ohio. (Photo by Matt Sullivan/Getty Images)
Pittsburgh Steelers v Baltimore Ravens

BALTIMORE, MD - SEPTEMBER 11: Baltimore Ravens cheerleaders preform during the season opener between the Ravens and Pittsburgh Steelers at M&T Bank Stadium on September 11, 2011 in Baltimore, Maryland. (Photo by Rob Carr/Getty Images)
Philadelphia Eagles v St. Louis Rams

ST. LOUIS - SEPTEMBER 11: Members of the St. Louis Police department help hold a field-sized American flag during the National Anthem prior to the St. Louis Rams playing against Philadelphia Eagles at the Edward Jones Dome on September 11, 2011 in St. Louis, Missouri. The Eagles beat the Rams 31-13. (Photo by Dilip Vishwanat/Getty Images)
Indianapolis Colts v Houston Texans

HOUSTON - SEPTEMBER 11: Fans wave an American flag during a football game between the Indianapolis Colts and the Houston Texans during a season opener at Reliant Stadium on September 11, 2011 in Houston, Texas. (Photo by Bob Levey/Getty Images)
Detroit Lions v Tampa Bay Buccaneers

TAMPA, FL - SEPTEMBER 11: A general view of Raymond James Stadium during the season opener between the Tampa Bay Buccaneers and the Detroit Lions on September 11, 2011 in Tampa, Florida. (Photo by Mike Ehrmann/Getty Images)
Detroit Lions v Tampa Bay Buccaneers

TAMPA, FL - SEPTEMBER 11: Jahvid Best #44 of the Detroit Lions rushes during the season opener against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers at Raymond James Stadium on September 11, 2011 in Tampa, Florida. (Photo by Mike Ehrmann/Getty Images)
New York Giants v Washington Redskins

LANDOVER, MD - SEPTEMBER 11: Tim Jones, a volunteer firefighter unfurls the American flag before the season opener between the New York Giants and the Washington Redskins at FedExField on September 11, 2011 in Landover, Maryland. (Photo by Ronald Martinez/Getty Images)
Pittsburgh Steelers v Baltimore Ravens

BALTIMORE, MD - SEPTEMBER 11: Detail of a pin commemorating the tenth anniversary of 9/11 before the game between the Baltimore Ravens and the Pittsburgh Steelers at M&T Bank Stadium on September 11, 2011 in Baltimore, Maryland. The Ravens defeated the Steelers 35-7. (Photo by Larry French/Getty Images)
Pittsburgh Steelers v Baltimore Ravens

BALTIMORE, MD - SEPTEMBER 11: Cheerleaders for the Baltimore Ravens cheer before the game against the Pittsburgh Steelers at M&T Bank Stadium on September 11, 2011 in Baltimore, Maryland. The Ravens defeated the Steelers 35-7. (Photo by Larry French/Getty Images)
New York Giants v Washington Redskins

LANDOVER, MD - SEPTEMBER 11: The American flag gloves of Jimmy Kennedy #73 of the New York Giants during the season opener against the Washington Redskins at FedExField on September 11, 2011 in Landover, Maryland. (Photo by Ronald Martinez/Getty Images)
New York Giants v Washington Redskins

LANDOVER, MD - SEPTEMBER 11: FedEx Field is shown during ceremonies before the season-opening game between the Washington Redskins and the New York Giants at FedEx Field on September 11, 2011 in Landover, Maryland. (Photo by Scott Cunningham/Getty Images)
Indianapolis Colts v Houston Texans

HOUSTON - SEPTEMBER 11: DeMeco Ryan #59 of the Houston Texans waives the American flag during player introductions during the season-opening game at Reliant Stadium on September 11, 2011 in Houston, Texas. (Photo by Bob Levey/Getty Images)
Indianapolis Colts v Houston Texans

HOUSTON - SEPTEMBER 11: A September 11 anniversary logo is displayed on the field during the season-opening game at Reliant Stadium on September 11, 2011 in Houston, Texas. (Photo by Bob Levey/Getty Images)
Indianapolis Colts v Houston Texans

HOUSTON - SEPTEMBER 11: Emergency service officers and NFL officials unferl a large American flag for the national anthem before the Indianapolis Colts plays the Houston Texans during the season-opening game at Reliant Stadium on September 11, 2011 in Houston, Texas. (Photo by Bob Levey/Getty Images)
Indianapolis Colts v Houston Texans

HOUSTON - SEPTEMBER 11: Emergency service officers and NFL officials unfurl a large American flag for the national anthem before the Indianapolis Colts plays the Houston Texans during the season-opening game at Reliant Stadium on September 11, 2011 in Houston, Texas. (Photo by Bob Levey/Getty Images)
Minnesota Vikings v San Diego Chargers

SAN DIEGO, CA - SEPTEMBER 11: Members of the armed forces hold a giant American flag during the national anthem prior to the season opener between the San Diego Chargers and the Minnesota Vikings on September 11, 2011 at Qualcomm Stadium in San Diego, California. (Photo by Donald Miralle/Getty Images)
Indianapolis Colts v Houston Texans

HOUSTON - SEPTEMBER 11: Fans remember the anniversary of 9/11 during the season-opening game at Reliant Stadium on September 11, 2011 in Houston, Texas. (Photo by Bob Levey/Getty Images)
Indianapolis Colts v Houston Texans

HOUSTON, TX - SEPTEMBER 11: Houston Texans mascot Toro slides down from the rooftop with the American flag before the Houston Texans played against the Indianapolis Colts on September 11, 2011 at Reliant Stadium in Houston, Texas. Texans won 34 to 7.(Photo by Thomas B. Shea/Getty Images)
Indianapolis Colts v Houston Texans

HOUSTON, TX - SEPTEMBER 11: Emergency servicemen and police officers carry the U.S. flag out to the field before the Houston Texans play against the Indianapolis Colts on September 11, 2011 at Reliant Stadium in Houston, Texas. Texans won 34 to 7.(Photo by Thomas B. Shea/Getty Images)
Indianapolis Colts v Houston Texans

HOUSTON, TX - SEPTEMBER 11: Houston Texans fans cheer after Houston scored a touchdown against the Indianapolis Colts on September 11, 2011 at Reliant Stadium in Houston, Texas. Texans won 34 to 7.(Photo by Thomas B. Shea/Getty Images)
Indianapolis Colts v Houston Texans

HOUSTON - SEPTEMBER 11: Fans wave an American flag during a football game between the Indianapolis Colts and the Houston Texans during the season-opening game at Reliant Stadium on September 11, 2011 in Houston, Texas. (Photo by Bob Levey/Getty Images)
Dallas Cowboys v New York Jets

EAST RUTHERFORD, NJ - SEPTEMBER 11: New York Jets fans Andrew Brucker of Mendham, NJ prepares a pizza as he tailgates outside the stadium prior to the Jets playing against the Dallas Cowboys during their NFL season opening game during their NFL Season Opening Game at MetLife Stadium on September 11, 2011 in East Rutherford, New Jersey. (Photo by Elsa/Getty Images)
Dallas Cowboys v New York Jets

EAST RUTHERFORD, NJ - SEPTEMBER 11: New York Jets fans Andrew Brucker of Mendham, NJ prepares a pizza as he tailgates outside the stadium prior to the Jets playing against the Dallas Cowboys during their NFL season opening game during their NFL Season Opening Game at MetLife Stadium on September 11, 2011 in East Rutherford, New Jersey. A Pat Tillman jersey is seen hanging from Brucker's tailgate tent. (Photo by Elsa/Getty Images)
Tennessee Titans v Jacksonville Jaguars

JACKSONVILLE, FL - SEPTEMBER 11: A general view of fans remembering the 9/11 attacks before the Tennessee Titans versus Jacksonville Jaguars during their season opener at EverBank Field on September 11, 2011 in Jacksonville, Florida. (Photo by Streeter Lecka/Getty Images)
Tennessee Titans v Jacksonville Jaguars

JACKSONVILLE, FL - SEPTEMBER 11: A general view of fans remembering the 9/11 attacks before the Tennessee Titans versus Jacksonville Jaguars during their season opener at EverBank Field on September 11, 2011 in Jacksonville, Florida. (Photo by Streeter Lecka/Getty Images)
New York Giants v Washington Redskins

LANDOVER, MD - SEPTEMBER 11: Chris Snee #76 of the New York Giants wears a patch for the 10th anniversary of 9/11 during the season opener against the Washington Redskins at FedExField on September 11, 2011 in Landover, Maryland. (Photo by Ronald Martinez/Getty Images)
New York Giants v Washington Redskins

LANDOVER, MD - SEPTEMBER 11: A fan cheers during the season opener between the New York Giants and the Washington Redskins at FedExField on September 11, 2011 in Landover, Maryland. (Photo by Ronald Martinez/Getty Images)
Carolina Panthers v Arizona Cardinals

GLENDALE, AZ - SEPTEMBER 11: Detail of American flag themed gloves worn by wide receiver Steve Smith #89 of the Carolina Panthers during the NFL season opening game against the Arizona Cardinals at the University of Phoenix Stadium on September 11, 2011 in Glendale, Arizona. The Carindals defeated the Panthers 28-21. (Photo by Christian Petersen/Getty Images)
New York Giants v Washington Redskins

LANDOVER, MD - SEPTEMBER 11: A fan waves the American flag before the season opener between the New York Giants and the Washington Redskins at FedExField on September 11, 2011 in Landover, Maryland. (Photo by Ronald Martinez/Getty Images)
Dallas Cowboys v New York Jets

EAST RUTHERFORD, NJ - SEPTEMBER 11: A detail of signage outside the stadium displaying a red white and blue ribbon commemorating the 10 year anniversary of the 9/11 terror attacks prior to the New York Jets playing against the Dallas Cowboys in their season opening game at MetLife Stadium on September 11, 2011 in East Rutherford, New Jersey. (Photo by Jeff Zelevansky/Getty Images)
Carolina Panthers v Arizona Cardinals

GLENDALE, AZ - SEPTEMBER 11: An Arizona Cardinals fan show his patriotism during the game between the Carolina Panthers and Arizona Cardinals in the NFL season opening game at the University of Phoenix Stadium on September 11, 2011 in Glendale, Arizona. Arizona won 28-21. (Photo by Norm Hall/Getty Images)
Carolina Panthers v Arizona Cardinals

GLENDALE, AZ - SEPTEMBER 11: An Arizona Cardinals fan show his patriotism during the game between the Carolina Panthers and Arizona Cardinals in the NFL season opening game at the University of Phoenix Stadium on September 11, 2011 in Glendale, Arizona. Arizona won 28-21. (Photo by Norm Hall/Getty Images)
Minnesota Vikings v San Diego Chargers

SAN DIEGO, CA - SEPTEMBER 11: A general view of the field with giant American flag during the San Diego Chargers vs. the Minnesota Vikings season-opening game on September 11, 2011 at Qualcomm Stadium in San DIego, California. (Photo by Donald Miralle/Getty Images)
Dallas Cowboys v New York Jets

EAST RUTHERFORD, NJ - SEPTEMBER 11: Rapper Jay-Z pins an American Flag ribbon on to his shirt as he stands on the sidelines as the New York Jets play against the Dallas Cowboys during their NFL Season Opening Game at MetLife Stadium on September 11, 2011 in East Rutherford, New Jersey. (Photo by Jeff Zelevansky/Getty Images)
Minnesota Vikings v San Diego Chargers

SAN DIEGO, CA - SEPTEMBER 11: A detail of the September 11th logo on the jersey of Jared Allen #69 of the Minnesota Vikings during their season-opening game against the San Diego Chargers on September 11, 2011 at Qualcomm Stadium in San DIego, California. (Photo by Donald Miralle/Getty Images)
Seattle Seahawks v San Francisco 49ers

SAN FRANCISCO, CA - SEPTEMBER 11: A giant American flag is spread across the field during the singing of the National Anthem before the San Francisco 49ers' season opener against the Seattle Seahawks at Candlestick Park on September 11, 2011 in San Francisco, California. (Photo by Ezra Shaw/Getty Images)
Carolina Panthers v Arizona Cardinals

GLENDALE, AZ - SEPTEMBER 11: Fans stand attended during a moment of silence to honor the 10 year reunion of the 9/11 attacks before the NFL season opening game between the Carolina Panthers and the Arizona Cardinals at the University of Phoenix Stadium on September 11, 2011 in Glendale, Arizona. The Carindals defeated the Panthers 28-21. (Photo by Christian Petersen/Getty Images)
Seattle Seahawks v San Francisco 49ers

SAN FRANCISCO, CA - SEPTEMBER 11: A fan holds an American flag during the singing of the National Anthem before the San Francisco 49ers' season opener against the Seattle Seahawks at Candlestick Park on September 11, 2011 in San Francisco, California. (Photo by Ezra Shaw/Getty Images)
Dallas Cowboys v New York Jets

EAST RUTHERFORD, NJ - SEPTEMBER 11: Army Sergeant First Class Leroy Petry is greeted by fans prior to the New York Jets playing against the Dallas Cowboys during their NFL Season Opening Game at MetLife Stadium on September 11, 2011 in East Rutherford, New Jersey. (Photo by Jeff Zelevansky/Getty Images)
Cincinnati Bengals v Cleveland Browns

CLEVELAND, OH - SEPTEMBER 11: U.S. service men and women display a flag before the season opener game between the Cleveland Browns and Cincinnati Bengals at Cleveland Browns Stadium on September 11, 2011 in Cleveland, Ohio. (Photo by Matt Sullivan/Getty Images)
Tennessee Titans v Jacksonville Jaguars

JACKSONVILLE, FL - SEPTEMBER 11: Brock Bolen #44 of the Jacksonville Jaguars runs onto the field during their season opener against the Tennessee Titans at EverBank Field on September 11, 2011 in Jacksonville, Florida. (Photo by Streeter Lecka/Getty Images)
Minnesota Vikings v San Diego Chargers

SAN DIEGO, CA - SEPTEMBER 11: Fans remember the anniversary of 9/11 prior to the start of the game between the Minnesota Vikings and the San Diego Chargers at Qualcomm Stadium on September 11, 2011 in San Diego, California. The Chargers defeated the Vikings 24-17. (Photo by Jeff Gross/Getty Images)
Minnesota Vikings v San Diego Chargers

SAN DIEGO, CA - SEPTEMBER 11: Fans remember the anniversary of 9/11 prior to the start of the game between the Minnesota Vikings and the San Diego Chargers at Qualcomm Stadium on September 11, 2011 in San Diego, California. The Chargers defeated the Vikings 24-17. (Photo by Jeff Gross/Getty Images)
Minnesota Vikings v San Diego Chargers

SAN DIEGO, CA - SEPTEMBER 11: Fans show patriotism on the anniversary of 9/11 prior to the start of the game between the Minnesota Vikings and the San Diego Chargers at Qualcomm Stadium on September 11, 2011 in San Diego, California. The Chargers defeated the Vikings 24-17. (Photo by Jeff Gross/Getty Images)
Minnesota Vikings v San Diego Chargers

SAN DIEGO, CA - SEPTEMBER 11: Fans hold up flags on the anniversary of 9/11 prior to the start of the game between the Minnesota Vikings and the San Diego Chargers at Qualcomm Stadium on September 11, 2011 in San Diego, California. The Chargers defeated the Vikings 24-17. (Photo by Jeff Gross/Getty Images)
Seattle Seahawks v San Francisco 49ers

SAN FRANCISCO, CA - SEPTEMBER 11: Brian McKnight American song-writer and R&B singer sings the National Anthem before the season-opening game between the Seattle Seahawks and the San Francisco 49ers at Candlestick Park on September 11, 2011 in San Francisco, California. The 49ers won the game 33-17. (Photo by Thearon W. Henderson/Getty Images)
New York Giants v Washington Redskins

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Minnesota Vikings v San Diego Chargers

SAN DIEGO, CA - SEPTEMBER 11: Tight end Antonio Gates #85 of the San Diego Chargers wears shoes in observance of the anniversary of 9/11 with the saying "never forget" against the Minnesota Vikings at Qualcomm Stadium on September 11, 2011 in San Diego, California. The Chargers defeated the Vikings 24-17. (Photo by Jeff Gross/Getty Images)
Minnesota Vikings v San Diego Chargers

SAN DIEGO, CA - SEPTEMBER 11: Firefighters stand next to a piece of steel from the World Trade Center South Tower (2) stairwell on the anniversary of 9/11 prior to the start of the game between the Minnesota Vikings and the San Diego Chargers at Qualcomm Stadium on September 11, 2011 in San Diego, California. The Chargers defeated the Vikings 24-17. (Photo by Jeff Gross/Getty Images)
Carolina Panthers v Arizona Cardinals

GLENDALE, AZ - SEPTEMBER 11: Fans adorn the Pat Tillman statue with American flags in honor of the 10 year anniversary of the 9/11 attacks following the NFL season opening game between the Carolina Panthers and the Arizona Cardinals at the University of Phoenix Stadium on September 11, 2011 in Glendale, Arizona. (Photo by Christian Petersen/Getty Images)
Dallas Cowboys v New York Jets

EAST RUTHERFORD, NJ - SEPTEMBER 11: Fans hold up American FLags in the stands as the New York Jets play against the Dallas Cowboysduring their NFL Season Opening Game at MetLife Stadium on September 11, 2011 in East Rutherford, New Jersey. (Photo by Elsa/Getty Images)
Dallas Cowboys v New York Jets

EAST RUTHERFORD, NJ - SEPTEMBER 11: Five for FIghting lead singer John Ondrasik performs at halftime between the New York Jets and the Dallas Cowboys during their NFL Season Opening Game at MetLife Stadium on September 11, 2011 in East Rutherford, New Jersey. (Photo by Elsa/Getty Images)
Dallas Cowboys v New York Jets

EAST RUTHERFORD, NJ - SEPTEMBER 11: Spot lights are pointed toward the sky commemorating the 10 year anniversary of the 9/11 terror attacks on the World Trade Center Twin Towers during a halftime ceremony featuring a performance by Five for Fighting lead singer John Ondrasik performing along with participation by family members representing the 9-11 organization, Tuesday's children during their NFL Season Opening Game between the New York Jets and the Dallas Cowboys at MetLife Stadium on September 11, 2011 in East Rutherford, New Jersey. (Photo by Jeff Zelevansky/Getty Images)
Dallas Cowboys v New York Jets

EAST RUTHERFORD, NJ - SEPTEMBER 11: 9/11 first responders carry a giant America Flag out on to the field for the pregame festivities commemorating the 10 year anniversary of the 9/11 terror attacks prior to the New York Jets playing against the Dallas Cowboys during their NFL Season Opening Game at MetLife Stadium on September 11, 2011 in East Rutherford, New Jersey. (Photo by Elsa/Getty Images)
Dallas Cowboys v New York Jets

EAST RUTHERFORD, NJ - SEPTEMBER 11: A fan holds up an American Flag which has "9/11 We Will Remember Forever" written on the flag as the New York Jets play against the Dallas Cowboys during their NFL Season Opening Game at MetLife Stadium on September 11, 2011 in East Rutherford, New Jersey. (Photo by Elsa/Getty Images)
Dallas Cowboys v New York Jets

EAST RUTHERFORD, NJ - SEPTEMBER 11: A fan of the Cowboys holds up a "Flag of Honr" American Flag as the New York Jets play against the Dallas Cowboys during their NFL Season Opening Game at MetLife Stadium on September 11, 2011 in East Rutherford, New Jersey. (Photo by Elsa/Getty Images)
Dallas Cowboys v New York Jets

EAST RUTHERFORD, NJ - SEPTEMBER 11: Nick Mangold #74 of the New York Jets looks on from the bench against the Dallas Cowboys during their NFL Season Opening Game at MetLife Stadium on September 11, 2011 in East Rutherford, New Jersey. (Photo by Jeff Zelevansky/Getty Images)
Dallas Cowboys v New York Jets

EAST RUTHERFORD, NJ - SEPTEMBER 11: Head coach Rex Ryan of the New York Jets looks on against the Dallas Cowboys during their NFL Season Opening Game at MetLife Stadium on September 11, 2011 in East Rutherford, New Jersey. (Photo by Jeff Zelevansky/Getty Images)
Dallas Cowboys v New York Jets

EAST RUTHERFORD, NJ - SEPTEMBER 11: LaDainian Tomlinson #21 of the New York Jets runs with an American Flag on to the field during pregame festivities against the Dallas Cowboys during their NFL Season Opening Game at MetLife Stadium on September 11, 2011 in East Rutherford, New Jersey. (Photo by Elsa/Getty Images)
Dallas Cowboys v New York Jets

EAST RUTHERFORD, NJ - SEPTEMBER 11: Fans of the New York Jets hang an AMerican Flag from the wall as they suppoert the Jets against the Dallas Cowboys during their NFL Season Opening Game at MetLife Stadium on September 11, 2011 in East Rutherford, New Jersey. (Photo by Elsa/Getty Images)
Dallas Cowboys v New York Jets

EAST RUTHERFORD, NJ - SEPTEMBER 11: Spot lights are pointed toward the sky commemorating the 10 year anniversary of the 9/11 terror attacks on the World Trade Center Twin Towers during a halftime ceremony featuring a performance by Five for Fighting lead singer John Ondrasik performing along with participation by family members representing the 9-11 organization, Tuesday's children during their NFL Season Opening Game between the New York Jets and the Dallas Cowboys at MetLife Stadium on September 11, 2011 in East Rutherford, New Jersey. (Photo by Elsa/Getty Images)
Atlanta Falcons v Chicago Bears

CHICAGO, IL - SEPTEMBER 11: Charles Tillman #33 of the Chicago Bears awaits the start of play against the Atlanta Falcons at Soldier Field on September 11, 2011 in Chicago, Illinois. The Bears defeated the Falcons 30-12. (Photo by Jonathan Daniel/Getty Images)
Seattle Seahawks v San Francisco 49ers

SAN FRANCISCO, CA - SEPTEMBER 11: A giant American flag is spread across the field during the singing of the National Anthem before the San Francisco 49ers' season opener against the Seattle Seahawks at Candlestick Park on September 11, 2011 in San Francisco, California. (Photo by Ezra Shaw/Getty Images)
Oakland Raiders v Denver Broncos

DENVER, CO - SEPTEMBER 12: Kevin Vickerson #99 of the Denver Broncos holds an American flag before the Broncos take on the Oakland Raiders at Sports Authority Field at Mile High on September 12, 2011 in Denver, Colorado. (Photo by Doug Pensinger/Getty Images)
Oakland Raiders v Denver Broncos

DENVER, CO - SEPTEMBER 12: Marines are seen on the field during the singing of the United States National Anthem before the Denver Broncos take on the Oakland Raiders at Sports Authority Field at Mile High on September 12, 2011 in Denver, Colorado. (Photo by Doug Pensinger/Getty Images)
Dallas Cowboys v New York Jets

EAST RUTHERFORD, NJ - SEPTEMBER 11: Derrick Mason #85 of the New York Jets runs with an American Flag on to the field during pregame festivities against the Dallas Cowboys during their NFL Season Opening Game at MetLife Stadium on September 11, 2011 in East Rutherford, New Jersey. (Photo by Jeff Zelevansky/Getty Images)
Dallas Cowboys v New York Jets

EAST RUTHERFORD, NJ - SEPTEMBER 11: Mark Sanchez #6 of the New York Jets runs with an American Flag on to the field during pregame festivities against the Dallas Cowboys during their NFL Season Opening Game at MetLife Stadium on September 11, 2011 in East Rutherford, New Jersey. (Photo by Jeff Zelevansky/Getty Images)
Carolina Panthers v Arizona Cardinals

GLENDALE, AZ - SEPTEMBER 11: Quarterback Cam Newton #1 of the Carolina Panthers warms up before the NFL season opening game against the Arizona Cardinals at the University of Phoenix Stadium on September 11, 2011 in Glendale, Arizona. The Carindals defeated the Panthers 28-21. (Photo by Christian Petersen/Getty Images)
New England Patriots v Miami Dolphins

MIAMI GARDENS, FL - SEPTEMBER 12: A general view of Sun Life Stadium during a game between the Miami Dolphins ad the New England Patriots on September 12, 2011 in Miami Gardens, Florida. (Photo by Mike Ehrmann/Getty Images)
New England Patriots v Miami Dolphins

MIAMI GARDENS, FL - SEPTEMBER 12: Kevin Burnett #56 of the Miami Dolphins runs on the field during a game against the New England Patriots at Sun Life Stadium on September 12, 2011 in Miami Gardens, Florida. (Photo by Mike Ehrmann/Getty Images)
New England Patriots v Miami Dolphins

MIAMI GARDENS, FL - SEPTEMBER 12: Fergie of the Black Eyed Peas sings the National Anthem during a game between the Miami Dolphins and the New England Patriots at Sun Life Stadium on September 12, 2011 in Miami Gardens, Florida. (Photo by Mike Ehrmann/Getty Images)
Oakland Raiders v Denver Broncos

DENVER, CO - SEPTEMBER 12: A general view of the stadium prior to the game between the Oakland Raiders and the Denver Broncos at Sports Authority Field at Mile High on September 12, 2011 in Denver, Colorado. (Photo by Garrett W. Ellwood/Getty Images)
Oakland Raiders v Denver Broncos

DENVER, CO - SEPTEMBER 12: Denver Broncos fans waves American flags before the Broncos take on the Oakland Raiders at Sports Authority Field at Mile High on September 12, 2011 in Denver, Colorado. (Photo by Doug Pensinger/Getty Images)
Carolina Panthers v Arizona Cardinals

GLENDALE, AZ - SEPTEMBER 11: Wide receiver Steve Smith #89 of the Carolina Panthers during the NFL season opening game against the Arizona Cardinals at the University of Phoenix Stadium on September 11, 2011 in Glendale, Arizona. The Carindals defeated the Panthers 28-21. (Photo by Christian Petersen/Getty Images)
Carolina Panthers v Arizona Cardinals

GLENDALE, AZ - SEPTEMBER 11: Fans adorn the Pat Tillman statue with American flags in honor of the 10 year anniversary of the 9/11 attacks following the NFL season opening game between the Carolina Panthers and the Arizona Cardinals at the University of Phoenix Stadium on September 11, 2011 in Glendale, Arizona. (Photo by Christian Petersen/Getty Images)
Seattle Seahawks v San Francisco 49ers

SAN FRANCISCO, CA - SEPTEMBER 11: A giant American flag is spread across the field during the singing of the National Anthem before the San Francisco 49ers' season opener against the Seattle Seahawks at Candlestick Park on September 11, 2011 in San Francisco, California. (Photo by Ezra Shaw/Getty Images)
Oakland Raiders v Denver Broncos

DENVER, CO - SEPTEMBER 12: Denver Broncos fans waves American flags before the Broncos take on the Oakland Raiders at Sports Authority Field at Mile High on September 12, 2011 in Denver, Colorado. (Photo by Doug Pensinger/Getty Images)
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