Country music's football pedigree dates back almost 70 years, when one country legend first strapped on his maskless leather helmet to toss the pigskin around. More recently, stars like Kenny Chesney have made the sport a top priority during boyhood and beyond. One artist listed below played semi-pro ball, while the rest just suited up for high school teams. See them all below!

Garth Brooks

GARTH BROOKS
Rick Diamond, Getty Images
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Darius Rucker

DARIUS RUCKER
Imeh Akpanudosen, Getty Images
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Kenny Chesney

KENNY CHESNEY
Ethan Miller, Getty Images
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Willie Nelson

WILLIE NELSON
Rick Diamond, Getty Images
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Toby Keith

TOBY KEITH
Rick Diamond, Getty Images
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Trace Adkins

TRACE ADKINS
Brian Ach, Getty Images
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