NFL Players and Their Favorite Video Games: From Call of Duty to Minecraft

NFL players are more than just football machines—they’re also gamers, just like the rest of us! From competitive shooters to creative sandbox games, their gaming preferences give us a peek into how they unwind after crushing it on the field.Also read - 7 NFL Players Who Also Made Names In Hollywood Quarterbacks are used to leading their teams, but when it comes to gaming, they like to let loose. Patrick Mahomes, the Chiefs' golden arm, loves **The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild**, a game as open and creative as his playmaking.Tua Tagovailoa from the Dolphins is all about **Fall Guys**, where his chaotic tumbles are *purely virtual*—a much safer way to take a fall, given his concussion history.For wide receiver Tyreek Hill, nothing screams relaxation like **Call of Duty**. This guy's quick on the field, and apparently just as fast with a controller, taking down virtual enemies like it’s another Sunday on the gridiron.He sticks to his competitive roots with **Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2**, a fast-paced shooter that reflects the urgency and high-pressure moments of his game-day performances.Dallas Cowboys QB Dak Prescott, however, prefers a slower pace with **Red Dead Redemption 2**, embodying the cowboy life on and off the field.Some NFL players use their off-time to sharpen their strategy skills. Kirk Cousins of the Vikings enjoys **StarCraft II**, where precision and planning are key. It's almost like calling plays—except in space. Seahawks QB Geno Smith, though, prefers to duke it out in **Street Fighter 6**. He may dodge sacks on the field, but in this game, he’s all about throwing punches.Not all NFL players stick to action games. Lamar Jackson of the Ravens is a huge fan of **Tony Hawk’s Pro Skater 2**, proving he can shred both defenses and skateparks. Panthers QB Bryce Young loves **Minecraft**, the creative outlet that lets him build whatever he wants—because being an NFL quarterback just wasn’t enough of an achievement.Beyond personal enjoyment, gaming brings NFL players together. From late-night gaming sessions to friendly trash-talking over a match of **Call of Duty**, it’s clear that video games aren’t just for downtime—they’re a crucial part of team bonding, and occasionally, bragging rights.So, whether they’re strategizing, shooting, or building, NFL players have plenty of ways to unwind off the field. With their gaming skills, it's no wonder they're as competitive in virtual arenas as they are on game day. Maybe one day we’ll see Mahomes winning a **Zelda** speedrun or Tyreek Hill going pro in **Call of Duty**—only time will tell!Also read - 5 craziest Moments in NFL That Shock the World