The traditional annual NFL celebration that rewards the best at each position throughout a campaign
The NFL has a new MVP.
This Thursday in NFL Honors the quarterback Los Angeles Rams, Matthew Staffordwas elected MVP for the first time in his career.
Matthew Stafford was the leader of the NFL this season with 388 completions in 597 attempts for 4,707 yards with 46 touchdowns and just seven interceptions.
In the regular season, Matthew Stafford guided the Rams to a 12-5 record and then led them to the NFC Championship Game, where they lost 31-27 to the Seattle Seahawks.
The voting to choose the Most Valuable Player of the NFL was defined by one vote, giving the award to Matthew Stafford with 24 to 23 of Drake Maye of the New England Patriots.
Josh Allenwinner of the scepter last year, received two votes and Justin Herbert took one.
After receiving your trophy, Matthew Stafford confirmed that he will return next season with the Ramsending speculation about his future.
“I’ll see you next year,” he declared. Matthew Stafford.
Bobby Wagner closed NFL Honors with the Walter Payton Award
The most emotional moment of the night was taken by the linebacker of the Washington Commanders, Bobby Wagner, after receiving the Walter Payton Man of the Year Awardwhich recognizes philanthropic and community commitment as well as excellence within the field.
After receiving the award, Bobby Wagner, thanked his late mother during an emotional speech.
“She is the reason I am here, she was the person who had confidence in me even when I didn’t trust myself,” he declared. “Every time you see my face, every time you see me do something cool or impressive, know that it is because of her, I am her reflection. She is not here physically, but she is present through me.”
In close vote, Jaxon Smith-Njigba wins Offensive Player of the Year
Seahawks, Jaxon Smith-Njigbatook the Offensive Player of the Year award with 14 votes, barely beating Christian McCaffrey of the San Francisco 49ers (12).
Jaxon Smith-Njigba was the leader of the NFL this season with 119 receptions for 1,793 yards with 10 touchdowns.
In addition to Jaxon Smith-Njigba and McCaffrey — winner of Comeback Player of the Year — also received votes Puka Nacua (8), Sesame Robinson (6), Drake Maye (5), Matthew Stafford (3), Josh Allen (1) y Trey McBride (1).
Carson Schwesinger claims Defensive Rookie of the Year
Los Cleveland Browns they took their second award of the night with the Defensive Rookie of the Year that was awarded to the linebacker Carson Schwesinger.
Starter in 16 games, Carson Schwesinger He accumulated 156 total tackles, 67 of them solo, 11 tackles behind the line of scrimmage, three pass deflections and two interceptions.
Carson Schwesinger received 40 votes, surpassing by a wide margin Nick Emmanwori (7), James Pearce (2) y Xavier Watts (1).
Mike Vrabel had competition, but won Coach of the Year
The head coach of the New England Patriots, Mike Vrabelwon the Coach of the Year recognition in a close vote with 19 votes to 16 of Liam Cohen of the Jacksonville Jaguars.
Vrabel came to New England this offseason and turned a team with a 4-13 record the previous season into one of the protagonists of the Super Bowl LX.
Coen’s work was also notable in Jacksonville, taking a 4-13 team to the playoffs in his first year at the helm.
The coach of the Seattle Seahawksrival of the Patriots in the Super Bowl, Mike Macdonaldreceived eight votes, while Kyle Shanahan of the San Francisco 49ers had six votes and the last vote was for Ben Johnson of the Chicago Bears.
Christian McCaffrey won Comeback Player of the Year
The star runner of the San Francisco 49ers, Christian McCaffrey, took home the Comeback Player of the Year award with 31 votes, edging out the pass rusher of the Detroit Lions, Aidan Hutchinson (9); the quarterback of the Dallas Cowboys, Dak Prescott (6); the quarterback of the Jacksonville Jaguars, Trevor Lawrence (2); the quarterback of the Indianapolis Colts, Philip Rivers (1); and the wide receiver of the New Orleans Saints, Chris Olave (1).
McCaffrey recovered from Achilles tendon and right knee injuries that only allowed him to play four games in 2024, becoming the 49ers’ offensive engine, accumulating 2,126 yards from scrimmage and 17 touchdowns.
Despite injuries to San Francisco, The Niners made the playoffs largely thanks to McCaffrey’s production.
Tetairoa McMillan surprises as Offensive Rookie of the Year
The wide receiver of the Carolina Panthers, Tetairoa McMillanswept the voting for Offensive Rookie of the Year, receiving 41 votes out of a possible 50, surpassing the quarterbacks Tyler Shough (5) y Jaxson Dart (1), in addition to Grey Zabel (2) y TreVeyon Henderson (1).
In his first year at NFLMcMillan finished with 70 receptions for 1,014 yards and seven touchdowns, becoming a key piece of the offense. Carolina.
Myles Garrett, unanimous Defensive Player of the Year
The pass rusher of the Cleveland Browns, Myles Garrettwas chosen as Defensive Player of the Year, receiving 50 votes out of a possible 50.
Garrett set the record for sacks this season with 23, surpassing the previous mark of 22.5 set by Michael Strahan and TJ Watt.
Additionally, Myles Garrett had 60 total tackles, 43 of them solo, 33 tackles behind the line of scrimmage, 39 quarterback hits, three forced fumbles and one pass deflection.
Josh McDaniels is Assistant Coach of the Year
The offensive coordinator of the New England Patriots, Josh McDanielswas named Assistant Coach of the Year after defeating Vance Joseph (10), defensive coordinator of the Denver Broncoswith 17 votes.
With McDaniels at the helm, New England had the second-best offense in points scored and No. 3 in total yards.
They also received votes Brian Flores (8), Vic Fangio (4), Kubiak Clint (3), Matt Burke (3), Robert Saleh (2), Anthony Campanile (2) y Aaron Kromer (1).
