The San Francisco 49ers announced on Wednesday that Torrey Smith is the team's nominee for the 2016 Walter Payton NFL Man of the Year. Named after the late Hall of Fame running back of the Chicago Bears, the Walter Payton Man of the Year Award is given annually to the player who best exemplifies a commitment to philanthropy and community involvement. The 32 nominees will be pared down to three finalists which will be announced on January 22nd. The winner will be announced in Houston, Texas, the site of Super Bowl LI, during the sixth annual NFL Honors awards show, on February 4th.
49ers WR Torrey Smith Nominated for 2016 Walter Peyton Man of the Year Award
