In an effort to celebrate the NFL’s international diversity, the league is allowing players to wear decals on their helmets representing their heritage during Weeks 7 and 8 of the 2023 season.
According to the NFL’s official website, over 330 players and coaches will be participating:
Atlanta will have 11 players and two coaches wearing flag decals over the next two weeks. Here’s a list of each participant and the country they’re representing.
Arnold Ebiketie: Cameroon
ATLANTA, GEORGIA – OCTOBER 15: Arnold Ebiketie #17 of the Atlanta Falcons sacks Sam Howell #14 of the Washington Commanders during the third quarter at Mercedes-Benz Stadium on October 15, 2023 in Atlanta, Georgia. (Photo by Kevin C. Cox/Getty Images)
Avery Williams: Mexico
Sep 18, 2022; Inglewood, California, USA; Atlanta Falcons cornerback Avery Williams (35) warms up before the game against the Los Angeles Rams at SoFi Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jayne Kamin-Oncea-USA TODAY Sports
Ade Ogundeji: Nigeria
Atlanta Falcons linebacker Adetokunbo Ogundeji (92) reacts after a play during an NFL football game against the New York Jets at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium in London, Sunday, Oct. 10, 2021. The Atlanta Falcons won 27-20. (AP Photo/Steve Luciano)
Tyler Allgeier: Philippines
Sep 24, 2023; Detroit, Michigan, USA; Atlanta Falcons running back Tyler Allgeier (25) runs the ball during pre-game warmups before their game against the Detroit Lions at Ford Field. Mandatory Credit: Lon Horwedel-USA TODAY Sports
Younghoe Koo: South Korea
ATLANTA, GEORGIA – AUGUST 18: Younghoe Koo #6 of the Atlanta Falcons kicks a field goal to tie the game during the fourth quarter of a preseason game against the Cincinnati Bengals at Mercedes-Benz Stadium on August 18, 2023 in Atlanta, Georgia. (Photo by Todd Kirkland/Getty Images)
Nate Landman: Zimbabwe
ATLANTA, GEORGIA – OCTOBER 15: Nate Landman #53 of the Atlanta Falcons tackles Terry McLaurin #17 of the Washington Commanders during the first quarter at Mercedes-Benz Stadium on October 15, 2023 in Atlanta, Georgia. (Photo by Todd Kirkland/Getty Images)
Jeff Okudah: Nigeria
Oct 15, 2023; Atlanta, Georgia, USA; Atlanta Falcons cornerback Jeff Okudah (1) talks to Washington Commanders wide receiver Terry McLaurin (17) after a game at Mercedes-Benz Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Brett Davis-USA TODAY Sports
Kaden Elliss: Samoa
Oct 8, 2023; Atlanta, Georgia, USA; Houston Texans tight end Dalton Schultz (86) runs after a catch against Atlanta Falcons linebacker Kaden Elliss (55) during the first quarter at Mercedes-Benz Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Dale Zanine-USA TODAY Sports
Liam McCullough: Greece
Atlanta Falcons long snapper Liam McCullough (48) looks on against the Detroit Lions during an NFL football game, Friday, Aug. 12, 2022, in Detroit. (AP Photo/Rick Osentoski)
Eli Ankou: Canada
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Matt Bergeron: Canada
Jul 27, 2023; Flowery Branch, GA, USA; Atlanta Falcons guard Matthew Bergeron (65) on the field during training camp at IBM Performance Field. Mandatory Credit: Dale Zanine-USA TODAY Sports
Arthur Smith: Scotland
Oct 15, 2023; Atlanta, Georgia, USA; Atlanta Falcons head coach Arthur Smith shown reacting during the game against the Washington Commanders during the second half at Mercedes-Benz Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Dale Zanine-USA TODAY Sports
Dave Ragone: Italy
Atlanta Falcons offensive coordinator Dave Ragone works on the field on the first day of training camp at IBM Performance Field. Mandatory Credit: Dale Zanine-USA TODAY Sports
