Falcons players visit U.S. troops in Japan before July 4th
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 2, 2026, 4:56 PM
Last updated Jul 2, 2026
Atlanta Falcons players Jessie Bates III, Zach Harrison, Jalon Walker, and former player John Abraham participated in a weeklong USO tour in Japan. Their visit included stops at various military installations, where they engaged with U.S. service members, conducted youth football clinics, and learned about military life. This initiative is part of the NFL's ongoing Salute to Service program, celebrating six decades of collaboration with the USO. The visit coincides with the upcoming Independence Day celebrations, providing a meaningful experience for those stationed abroad.
- •Falcons conducted a weeklong USO tour across Japan
- •Players engaged with U.S. military personnel and families
- •Activities included football clinics and facility tours
- •Tour is part of NFL's Salute to Service initiative
- •Previous USO tours by Falcons include stops in multiple countries
- 4:56 PMYahoo Sports — Falcons players past and present visit U.S. troops in Japan ahead of 4th of July weekend
"This was the Falcons’ fourth USO tour since 2016, traveling around the globe showing support to US troops stationed all over the world.
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