Julian Love
SEATTLE SEAHAWKS
| Position | College | Years in the NFL |
|---|---|---|
| Safety | University of Notre Dame | 7 |
Excellence on the Field:
Signed by Seattle as an unrestricted free agent in 2023, he set career-highs in with four interceptions, two interceptions in a single-game, 10 passes defensed, and a team-leading 13 special teams tackles (T2nd NFL). He finished the year ranking third on the team in tackles (110), named NFC Defensive Player of the Week 15, and selected to the NFC roster for the Pro Bowl Games. Love is one of two defensive backs (Kevin Byard) in the NFL with 100 tackles in each of the last three seasons (2022-24), and earlier this season, became the first Seahawks player since 2000 to record 10 tackles, 1 sack, and a blocked field goal in a single game (vs. San Francisco, 9/7).
Dedication & Commitment to Community Efforts This Year:
In the past year, Love has consistently demonstrated a deep commitment to serving underserved communities through a wide range of impactful initiatives. He has sponsored tuition-based scholarships for students at his alma mater, Nazareth High School, awarding five recipients with $1,000 each. His generosity shined during the holiday season, where he hosted a $3,000 shopping spree for 15 youth from the Boys and Girls Club of Seattle, distributed coats and winter essentials to over 300 children at the Seattle YMCA and provided a Thanksgiving meal for 150 youth in Bellevue. Love's Annual Free Youth Football Camp welcomed over 400 participants, offering more than $40,000 in gear and resources. He donated $25,000 to supply essentials, clothing, and appliances for children in need at the Boys and Girls Club. His support for health and wellness includes participating in a Red Cross Blood Drive at Lumen Field in partnership with Delta. He also partnered with Dick's Sporting Goods to host a back-to-school shopping event for 10 underserved youth. In collaboration with Safeway, Love contributed $400,000 to provide SNAP benefits to Washington families, which included a cooking program and a visit to a children's hospital. Additionally, he donated $5,000 to Every Mom Chicago, a nonprofit supporting expectant mothers in underserved communities.
Dedication & Commitment to Community Efforts in Years Past:
Love is a Legacy Board Member of Weish4ever, a non-profit organization dedicated to uplifting adolescents and young adults battling cancer. He has demonstrated a strong commitment to youth empowerment by hosting a football camp at his alma mater high school in La Grange Park, IL, and launched his "Love's Huddle," an initiative that provides at-risk and underserved youth with essential resources such as clothing, toiletries, and food. Additionally, Love has supported the Seahawks' Red Cross Blood Drive in partnership with Delta Air Lines for the past two years, further showcasing his dedication to community service and health advocacy.
Positive Character & a Lifestyle of Giving Back:
Throughout his career, Love has made significant contributions to various charitable initiatives, focusing on youth empowerment, education, and mental health awareness. Love has been actively involved in programs that support underprivileged youth, often participating in mentorship and football camps where he shares his journey and encourages young athletes to pursue their dreams. Through his community efforts, Love demonstrates a strong commitment to making a positive impact, using his influence to uplift others and foster a spirit of resilience and hope. His work serves as a testament to the significant role athletes can play in promoting social change and supporting their communities.
