The Chicago Bears have announced that outside linebacker Pernell McPhee is the 2017 winner of the Ed Block Courage award.
Every year, the Ed Block Courage award, “honors those National Football League players who exemplify commitments to the principles of sportsmanship and courage.”
“The Ed Block Courage Award Foundation, Inc. is dedicated to supporting the well-being of abused, neglected and at-risk children throughout our Courage House National Support Network for Kids. Through our partnership with the National Football League, the Foundation cultivates awareness at each Courage House and helps to raise funds for their programs and initiatives.