New Orleans Saints head team physician Dr. W. Stephen Choate has been selected as the team's nominee for the NFL's Salute to Service Award, the league announced Friday.
The award honors individuals across the NFL who demonstrate an exceptional commitment to honoring and supporting members of the military community. Dr. Choate, an orthopedic surgeon, has served as the Saints' team physician for multiple seasons.
The nomination was revealed on November 6, 2026. Dr. Choate was previously photographed on the sidelines during a Saints game against the San Francisco 49ers at Levi's Stadium on November 27, 2022.
