Green Bay Packers quarterback Jordan Love took a powerful pause from football this Father’s Day to deliver a message that touched hearts across the nation. While most athletes posted cheerful tributes and family photos, Love used the occasion to open up about personal grief — and honor his late father in a way that left fans emotional and deeply moved.
In a heartfelt video shared across his social media accounts, Jordan Love addressed the camera with a calm but emotional voice.
“This day is hard for me every year,” he began. “Because while I celebrate all the amazing dads out there, I also remember the one I lost — my dad, Orbin Love.”
Orbin Love, who served in law enforcement and supported Jordan’s early athletic dreams, tragically took his own life in 2013 when Jordan was just 14. Since then, Jordan has carried both the pain of the loss and the strength of the lessons his father left behind.
In his Father’s Day tribute, Jordan said:
“To all the kids out there who still have their fathers — hug them today. Call them. Tell them you love them. Because tomorrow’s not promised. Love your dad while you still can.”
Those simple but deeply profound words struck a nerve across the sports world and beyond. Fans, teammates, and fellow NFL players flooded the comments with messages of support, many sharing their own stories of loss or reconciliation.
As a symbolic gesture, Jordan visited his father’s gravesite early Sunday morning, leaving a signed Packers jersey on the headstone with the handwritten words:
“Everything I am, everything I do — it’s still for you, Dad.”
Love has previously spoken about how his father’s passing shaped his character and drive, pushing him to become not only an elite quarterback but also a resilient young man who leads with humility.
The NFL community responded with admiration for his courage and message. One fan wrote, “Jordan Love didn’t just win the day — he reminded us what it really means.”
On a day filled with celebration and emotion, Jordan Love gave America more than a tribute. He offered a reminder of life’s fragility and the importance of cherishing our loved ones — while we still can.
