What happened: The Arizona Cardinals announced tight end Elijah Higgins as the team's nominee for the 2026 NFL Salute to Service Award. The recognition honors players, coaches, and staff who demonstrate an exceptional commitment to military personnel and their families.

Why it matters: Higgins was selected by the Miami Dolphins in the sixth round of the 2023 draft before establishing himself in Arizona's offense. His nomination highlights his community outreach supporting active-duty military members and veterans.

What to watch: Fan voting for the award remains open once per day through Nov. 30 to help determine finalists.