Jameis Winston Joins NFL PLAY 60 Event to Combat Youth Physical Inactivity

New York Giants quarterback Jameis Winston joined more than 100 sixth-grade students from Robert Fulton Elementary School in North Bergen, New Jersey, on June 22, 2026, for an NFL PLAY 60 event aimed at boosting youth physical activity. The event, held at the North Bergen Recreation Center, featured interactive drills supported by USA Football, designed to make movement engaging and accessible.

The initiative comes as the American Heart Association’s 2026 Heart Disease and Stroke Statistics Update reveals that just over a quarter of U.S. youth ages 6-11 and only 14% of those ages 12-17 meet the recommendation of at least 60 minutes of physical activity daily. NFL PLAY 60, a partnership between the American Heart Association and the NFL since 2006, encourages children to achieve that goal to support both immediate and long-term physical and mental health.

“This summer the World Cup is bringing people together, and we want to multiply that energy by collaborating both football communities for maximum impact,” said Winston, a Heisman Trophy winner, national champion and former No. 1 overall NFL draft pick. “Through NFL PLAY 60, this initiative is about helping kids stay active, build healthy habits and see how sports can unite and inspire the next generation.”

Students rotated through activity stations focused on movement, teamwork and skill-building, reinforcing how physical activity can be both fun and foundational to lifelong wellness. The program is rooted in the Heart Association’s physical activity guidelines, which recommend at least 60 minutes of moderate-to-vigorous activity daily for children. Research shows that regular movement supports cardiovascular health while also improving focus, stress management and classroom performance.

“Programs like NFL PLAY 60 help us meet young people where they are – with experiences that make physical activity engaging and sustainable,” said Nancy Brown, chief executive officer of the American Heart Association. “Together with the NFL, we are helping build healthier futures by making daily movement a priority for every child.”

To address common barriers such as limited time, space or weather, NFL PLAY 60 offers the NFL PLAY 60 Exercise Library, featuring short, on-demand videos from all 32 NFL teams. These resources help educators, families and caregivers incorporate physical activity throughout the day, whether in the classroom, at home or in the community. Today’s event is part of a broader movement that reaches millions of youth nationwide through school programs, community events and digital tools.

More information, including resources and grant opportunities, is available at heart.org/NFLPLAY60.

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