Jacksonville Jaguars linebacker Myles Jack nominated for 'Salute to Service' award presented by USAA

JACKSONVILLE, Fla. — Jacksonville Jaguars Linebacker Myles Jack has been nominated for the ninth annual "Salute to Service" award presented by USAA.

The Jaguars nominated Jack for his support of service members and the pride he takes in honoring the military.

This past offseason, Jack traveled to South Korea on a USO tour and met with several military units. In support of the USO and those he met on the offseason trip, Jack will dedicate his "My Cause My Cleats" footwear to military appreciation for the brave individuals who fight for and defend the safety of the country.

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Jack's great-uncle is a Vietnam War veteran who served on the USS Seattle after enlisting in the Navy at the age of 18.

Finalists for the award will be announced in January, and the recipient will be recognized at the NFL Honors awards show in Miami on Saturday, Feb. 1.

Click here to read more about Jack's nomination.

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