INDIANAPOLIS – The Indianapolis Colts have named tackle/guard Joe Reitz the Colts Man of the Year for his outstanding efforts in the community. He will serve as the team’s nominee for the NFL’s Walter Payton Man of the Year Award.
The Walter Payton NFL Man of the Year Award, presented by Nationwide, recognizes an NFL player for his excellence on and off the field. The award, which was established in 1970 and renamed in 1999 after the late Hall of Fame Chicago Bears running back, Walter Payton, is considered the league’s most prestigious honor. Each team nominates one player who has had a significant positive impact on his community to be considered for the national award.