NFL Legend Anquan Boldin Announces Personal News

Anquan Boldin was the 54th overall pick in the 2003 NFL Draft by the Arizona Cardinals.

Boldin would go on to play 14 seasons in the NFL before retiring following the 2016 campaign. Boldin spent the first seven seasons of his career with the Cardinals before joining the Baltimore Ravens, San Francisco 49ers and Detroit Lions.

Boldin was named a Pro Bowler three times, was the 2003 Associated Press Offensive Rookie of the Year and won Super Bowl XLVII when the Ravens defeated the 49ers.

When Boldin retired from the NFL, he had an aim to "make the larger fight for human rights a priority," via Jim Trotter of ESPN.com.

"Football has afforded me a platform throughout my career to have a greater impact on my humanitarian work, and at this time, I feel drawn to make the larger fight for human rights a priority," Boldin said in a statement. "My life's purpose is bigger than football."

Now, former wide receiver is doing just that.

On Wednesday, Boldin announced news involving him and his wife, Dionne. They are being recognized by the Muhammad Ali Center with its 2025 Humanitarian Impact Award.

"We’re so honored to be recognized by the Muhammad Ali Center with their 2025 Humanitarian Impact Award. Giving back to the community is something we have always cared deeply about, and we are committed to continuing to serve and empower our communities," he wrote on Instagram.