Despite a disappointing end to the team’s 2021 campaign, a handful of New England Patriots continue to earn individual accolades for their efforts. On Monday, three Patriots players were named to the Pro Football Writers of America’s (PFWA) All-AFC team.
Cornerback J.C. Jackson, outside linebacker Matthew Judon and special teams ace Matthew Slater earned the honors for New England, as the PFWA announced their selections for the 2021 season.
Jackson started all 17 games for the Patriots, playing a major role in establishing New England as one of the top pass-defenses in the NFL. He ranked second in the league with eight interceptions (behind Dallas’ Trevon Diggs with 11) and first with 23 passes defensed.