Nate Boyer, who spent time with the Seahawks as a long snapper in 2015, has built quite the resume off the field, from serving combat deployments as a Green Beret in Iraq and Afghanistan to starring in 2017's blockbuster film 'Den of Thieves.' Now, Boyer is directing and starring in his own film, “MVP” (Merging Vets & Players) to help veterans and athletes struggling with the rigors of mental health through transitions in life.
In 2015, Boyer and NFL Insider Jay Glazer founded MVP as a non-profit organization to help vets and former athletes reacclimate to the rigors of life. Now Boyer is working towards release day for the feature film, which he co-stars in alongside actor Mo McRae of FX's Sons of Anarchy fame. The duo bond over a common misunderstanding of post-life after sports and the service. The film will feature in theaters across 35 states starting today, with a full release on September 16. Boyer discussed the film and what he wants viewers to get from it with the New York Daily News.
"I just want people to relate a little bit with someone they may feel they have nothing in common with," Boyer said. "That can be a viewer thinking about what they're seeing on screen, a combat vet, a former professional athlete. Do I understand these people? Do I have some misconceptions about who they are?
"Outside of the movie, in the world, can you sit across from somebody, have a conversation, be respectful, and then maybe grow together and help one another, even if you have very little in common or believe very different things? I think it's possible."
It was Boyer who advised former NFL quarterback Colin Kaepernick to take a knee on the field in proper respect to the military when Kaepernick began to silent protest against injustices in 2016.
From fighting for his country, to acting to sports - Boyer isn't afraid to embark on a new journey. Catch "MVP" at a theater near you and learn more about Boyer's journey.
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Ed Rogers properly inflates pregame kicking balls to league standards hours before kickoff of the Monday Night Football game between the Seahawks and the visiting Denver Broncos.
The Seahawks gather in the center of the locker room before taking the field for early warmups.
Seahawks tight end Noah Fant reunites with former teammates whom he played with as a member of the Broncos before arriving in Seattle via trade.
Seahawks quarterback Geno Smith warms up in the later autumn light of Lumen Field.
Seahawks tight end Will Dissly visits briefly former teammate Russell Wilson on the field during pregame.
Center Austin Blythe spends a moment with his family on the sidelines before heading to the locker room pregame.
Seahawks legends Cliff Avril and Richard Sherman share a laugh as they are shown on the big screen during pregame.
Seahawks receiver DK Metcalf hugs his mother Tonya Metcalf as he leaves the field after pregame warmups.
Seahawks receivers Dareke Young, Bo Melton, Tyler Lockett sit at their lockers before leaving the locker room for the Monday Night Football game.
Seahawks offensive captain Tyler Lockett talks to the team before heading to the field.
Seahawks right tackle Abraham Lucas is focused as during pregame introductions.
Seahawks receiver Penny Hart carries the 12 Flag as the Seahawks enter the field for the first time in the 2022 regular season.
Pyrotechnics explode as two military jets perform a flyover during the singing of the national anthem during pregame festivities.
Seahawks special teams captain Nick Bellore greets former teammate Russell Wilson at midfield for the opening coin toss.
Seahawks tight end Will Dissly races to the end zone on a 38-yard touchdown reception from Geno Smith on the game's opening drive.
Seahawks quarterback Geno Smith celebrates after throwing a 38-yard touchdown pass to Will Dissly on the game's opening drive.
Seahawks fans brought the noise for all four quarters.
Head coach Pete Carroll celebrates a play in the first half.
Seahawks safety Jamal Adams forces Denver's Russell Wilson into throwing an incomplete pass.
Seahawks quarterback Geno Smith scrambles in the first half.
Tight end Colby Parkinson celebrates after scoring the first touchdown of his career, a 25-yard reception from Geno Smith in the second quarter.
Seahawks fans show out for the Action Green season opener.
Seattle linebacker Cody Barton sacks Russell Wilson.
Aloe Blacc performed a halfime concert at midfield.
Aloe Blacc's saxophone player sported Seahawks sunglasses during the halftime concert.
Seahawks Josh Jones and Cody Barton make a stop in the red zone.
Seattle's Uchenna Nwosu celebrates after a red zone stop.
Seahawks cornerback Michael Jackson prepares to recover a fumble in the red zone.
Seattle's DK Metcalf finds room after the catch.
Seahawks fans let Broncos receiver K.J. Hamler know the pass in the end zone was incomplete.
The ball comes loose in near the goal line again as Uchenna Nwosu (10) causes a fumble.
Seahawks cornerback Michael Jackson shrugs after recovering his second fumble of the game.
Seahawks linebacker Darrell Taylor is carried by a Broncos lineman as causes Denver's Russell Wilson to leave the pocket.
Seattle's special teams tries to block a Denver field goal from 64-yards that missed, sealing the win for the Seahawks.
Seahawks Jordyn Brooks, Al Woods and Darryl Johnson celebrate after a missed field goal by Denver in the final minute.
Safety and captain Quandre Diggs celebrates after a missed Denver field goal sealed the Week 1 victory for the Seahawks.
Seahawks head coach Pete Carroll reacts after the clock runs out on Seattle's 17-16 victory in Week 1 over the Denver Broncos.
Seahawks quarterback Geno Smith and his former teammate Russell Wilson greet each other at midfield after the game.
Seahawks fans had to get used to seeing Russell Wilson in a different uniform but Seattle prevailed in a 17-16 victory.
The Seahawks dance and celebrate in the locker room in the moments after the victory over the Broncos.
