While individual accolades in the NFL are not nearly as regarded as team championships, when players get acknowledged for their outstanding performances it is always noteworthy. While many Steelers fans believe outside linebacker T.J. Watt should be awarded the NFL Defensive Player of the Year, the likelihood of being named the top defensive player in the entire league is much more difficult if the player is not deemed the best defender in their conference. On Thursday, it was announced T.J. Watt has been awarded the 101 Awards AFC Defensive Player of the Year for the 2020 season.
T.J. Watt brings home the 2020 AFC Defensive Player of the Year honor
