Titans defensive tackle Jeffery Simmons is turning sacks into support for families in Middle Tennessee.
Simmons has committed to donate $1,980 to Habitat for Humanity of Greater Nashville for every sack he gets this season through an effort called “Sacks for Forever Homes.” The money will help single mothers in two specific ways, according to Lauren Payne of Habitat for Humanity.
"One is with down payment assistance when someone is purchasing the home, and the other is a hardship fund for our families, for individuals, single parents who may have a job loss," said Lauren Payne, chief philanthropy officer for Habitat for Humanity of Greater Nashville.
Payne said the project has a personal connection for Simmons, who grew up with a single mother.
"From his own journey as the child of a single mother, he knows the struggles that his family went through, especially having to move so many times before he graduated high school," Payne said.
Fans are able to add their own pledges to the effort as well, alongside Simmons’ donations.
The announcement comes after the Titans opened the season with a 23-10 loss to the Jets. Even with that result hanging over the day, some fans focused on Simmons’ off-field impact. Teresa Jordan, a Titans fan and longtime season ticket holder, praised his commitment to giving back.
"He is a lover of people, and I like that he gives back to the community," said Jordan. "He uses his money for something good in the world, and that's what I love the most."
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