The annual award recognizes NFL players, coaches, staff and alumni who demonstrate an exceptional commitment to supporting U.S. service members, veterans, and their families.
The Tennessee Titans have named defensive end Jacob Martin as their nominee for the 2026 NFL Salute to Service Award presented by USAA. The annual league honor highlights players, coaches, staff, and alumni demonstrating exceptional commitment to supporting service members, veterans, and military families. Martin, who is in his first season with Tennessee and ninth NFL season overall, has recorded 6.5 sacks this year under head coach Robert Saleh.
Raised in a military family with a Marine father and an active Navy sister, Martin has engaged in numerous charitable efforts including the USO, Wounded Warrior Project, and the TAPS program. Fan voting runs through November 30, 2026, to help determine three finalists announced in January 2027. The final winner will be revealed at NFL Honors during Super Bowl LXI week, receiving $50,000 in joint military charity donations.
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