Indianapolis Colts offensive lineman Joe Reitz has been named the team’s ‘Walter Payton Man of the Year Award’ nominee for 2016:
Here is the annual prestigious award’s description:
“The Walter Payton NFL Man of the Year Award recognizes an NFL player for his excellence on and off the field. The award was established in 1970. It was renamed in 1999 after the late Hall of Fame Chicago Bears running back, Walter Payton. Each team nominates one player who has had a significant positive impact on his community.”
The 6-year veteran offensive lineman and Indianapolis native has been heavily involved with Christian outreach efforts, Indianapolis CYO events, All-Pro Dad’s, youth football camps, the Special Olympics, and Horizon House among other off-the-field service endeavors.