NFL announces Hispanic Heritage Month; players offer memories

Published: Sep 15, 2013 at 06:05 AM

The NFL will celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month, running Sept. 15 through Oct. 15, with special events planned during "Thursday Night Football," "Sunday Night Football" and "Monday Night Football" in Week 3 of the season, the league announced.

The NFL also is promoting Hispanic Heritage Month with a series of videos.

The NFL explains what Hispanic heritage means to the league:

The NFL examines its influence on Hispanic culture's youth football programs:

New York Giants wide receiver Victor Cruz discusses growing up with Hispanic heritage:

Denver Broncos offensive linemen Manny Ramirez and Louis Vasquez discuss their Hispanic upbringing:

Chicago Bears center Robert Garza talks how his Hispanic upbringing and football intertwined:

-- Bill Bradley, contributing editor

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