The nominees for the 2024 Walter Payton NFL Man of the Year Award have been unveiled.
New England Patriots defensive end Deatrich Wise Jr. stands among the 32, the league announced Thursday.
We are proud to name Deatrich Wise Jr. our 2024 Walter Payton NFL Man of the Year nominee!
Congratulations @wisehog94, #WPMOYChallenge pic.twitter.com/7P6tnho7Hy— New England Patriots (@Patriots) December 5, 2024Named after the late Chicago Bears running back and 1993 Pro Football Hall of Fame inductee, the Walter Payton Man of the Year Award stands as the NFL’s highest honor, recognizing those who excel on the field and demonstrate a commitment to creating a positive impact beyond football.