Broncos WR Courtland Sutton Honors Childhood Friend’s Family With $10K Monthly Promise

Denver, CO – September 10, 2025

Courtland Sutton has become a cornerstone of the Denver Broncos offense, known for his toughness, leadership, and ability to make plays in critical moments. But beyond the bright lights of Empower Field lies a story of gratitude that reveals the heart behind the star receiver.

Years ago, long before Sutton was making catches in the NFL, financial struggles nearly cut his football dream short. At that crucial time, the family of a childhood friend stepped in to cover his tuition fees, ensuring he could stay in school and continue chasing the dream that would one day bring him to Denver.

For Sutton, it was never just about money. It was an act of faith he promised himself he would repay for life.

Since entering the NFL, Sutton has honored that kindness. For the past eight years, he has sent $10,000 every month to the very family that once gave him a lifeline. The total has now surpassed $960,000, far greater than the original support he received. But for Sutton, the numbers aren’t what matter. What matters is keeping his word and showing gratitude in action.

“They believed in me when I had almost nothing,” Sutton said. “I told myself that if I ever made it, I’d make sure they knew how much it meant. Every month I send that support, it’s me keeping a promise I’ll never break.”

And perhaps the most remarkable part? That same childhood friend has quietly been by Sutton’s side at nearly every game, standing in the crowd while the spotlight shone on the field.

In Denver, fans already admire Courtland Sutton for his impact as a wide receiver. Now, this story shows something even greater — that true greatness is not only measured in touchdowns, but also in gratitude, loyalty, and the bonds that endure long after the final whistle.

How to Watch Detroit Lions vs. Chicago Bears: TV, Streaming..

The Detroit Lions return to Ford Field this Sunday for their home opener against the Chicago Bears, with both teams seeking their first win of the 2025 NFL season.

Detroit (0–1) fell 27–13 in Green Bay to open the year, while Chicago (0–1) suffered a heartbreaking 27–24 loss to the Minnesota Vikings on Monday Night Football.

Game Information

Matchup: Detroit Lions vs. Chicago Bears
Date/Time: Sunday, September 14, 2025 — 1:00 p.m. ET
Location: Ford Field, Detroit, Michigan
TV: FOX
Announcers: Kenny Albert (play-by-play), Jonathan Vilma (analyst), Megan Olivi (sideline)

Streaming Options
Fans can stream the game live on Fox One, FuboTV, YouTube TV, Hulu + Live TV, and SlingTV. Fox One, the network’s new streaming service, offers a seven-day free trial with plans starting at $19.99 per month. In October, Fox will launch a bundle with ESPN Unlimited for $39.99 per month.

Radio Coverage

Lansing: WVFN-AM 730 / WMMQ-FM 94.9
Jackson: WKHM-FM HD2 101.9
Grand Rapids: WGHN-FM 92.1 / WBFX-FM 101.3
SiriusXM: Channel 383

Betting Odds (via major sportsbooks)

Spread: Lions -5.5
Over/Under: 47.5 points

Lions 2025 Regular Season Schedule (Upcoming)

Week 2: vs. Chicago Bears — Sun. Sept. 14 (FOX)
Week 3: at Baltimore Ravens — Mon. Sept. 22 (ESPN/ABC)
Week 4: vs. Cleveland Browns — Sun. Sept. 28 (FOX)
Week 5: at Cincinnati Bengals — Sun. Oct. 5 (FOX)
Week 6: at Kansas City Chiefs — Sun. Oct. 12 (NBC, SNF)
Week 7: vs. Tampa Bay Buccaneers — Mon. Oct. 20 (ESPN/ABC)
Week 8: BYE

Both the Lions and Bears enter Week 2 desperate to avoid an 0–2 start. Detroit will lean on its home-field advantage at Ford Field, while Chicago aims to rebound after a narrow divisional loss.