NFL honors Cole Christiansen with 'Salute to Service' recognition
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Nov 11, 2026, 12:04 PM
Last updated Nov 11, 2026

Kansas City Chiefs linebacker Cole Christiansen is recognized for his military service as part of the NFL's 'Salute to Service' program on Veterans Day. The league acknowledges players who are veterans or currently in reserve status by allowing them to wear helmet decals representing their respective military branches. Christiansen, who played for the Army Black Knights, saw action last night in a game against the Indianapolis Colts, where the Chiefs secured a 33-30 victory. His performance included two tackles as he contributed after being elevated from the practice squad earlier in the season.
- •Cole Christiansen recognized during NFL's 'Salute to Service'.
- •Players wearing helmet decals for military branches this season.
- •Chiefs defeated the Colts 33-30 in last night's game.
- •Christiansen elevated from the practice squad before Week 10.
- •He recorded two tackles in the game against the Colts.
- 12:04 PMYahoo Sports — NFL honors Kansas City Chiefs military veteran linebacker
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