Derek Anthony Barnett is an American professional football player who plays in the National Football League for the Philadelphia Eagles. He was picked from the University of Tennessee in 2017. Derek has many interesting tattoos on his body for his faith and inspiration. Let us take a look at them and explore the meanings behind them.

1. ‘Hands’ Tattoo

Tattoo: The player’s right shoulder contains a tattoo of two hands, with a white dove hovering over them in front of a cloud. The background also has rays of shine that spread across his shoulder.

Meaning: The tattoo of the hands protecting the dove’s flight is a symbol of hope and protection. Also, it is the most common symbol of innocence.

2. ‘Jesus Christ’ Tattoo

Tattoo: There is a tattoo of the face of Jesus Christ on his upper right arm.

Meaning: The tattoo represents the religious belief of the player i.e. Christianity besides the fact, that he is a staunch believer of Jesus Christ and his blessings.

3. ‘Lion’ Tattoo

Tattoo: The backside of his upper right arm contains a tattoo of the face of a lion on it.

Meaning: The lion is a symbol of strength and dominance which is how Derek sees himself to be that led him to get the beast tattooed on his body.

4. ‘Rose’ Tattoo

Tattoo: There is a tattoo of a rose flower on his right forearm, just where his elbow folds. The words, “Psalm 118:6” are also tattooed on his upper arm.

Meaning: Rose is the symbol of love, romance, and affection. The Psalm 118:6 states, “The Lord is with me; I will not be afraid.

What can mere mortals do to me?” that shows Derek’s devotion to his faith and his trust in the Lord.

5. ‘Wing’ Tattoo

Tattoo: There is a tattoo of an intricate wing, tattooed on the inner side of his right forearm.

6. ‘Angel’ Tattoo

Tattoo: There is also an angel tattooed on the inner side of his right forearm with a cross tattooed above the angel. The angel is kneeling down and praying.