2009 WalterFootball.com NFL Awards
Tenth Annual Edition
M.V.P. - Drew Brees, QB, Saints.
The real NFL MVP is based solely on the regular season, which is something I never agreed with. Why shouldn't the playoffs apply? In my 10 years doing this, I've always factored in the postseason.
This time, I'm factoring in four years worth of work. Half of New Orleans was underwater when Hurricane Katrina hit. The Saints were very close to moving to San Antonio. But Drew Brees came in, revived the franchise, gave the Katrina victims something to cheer for and eventually led the team to a Super Bowl victory. Oh, and Brees had a pretty damn good year too (4,388 yards, 34 TDs, 11 INTs, 70.6%, 8.5 YPA).
Past Winners of this Award:
2008: Kurt Warner, QB, Cardinals
2007: Tom Brady, QB, Patriots
2006: LaDainian Tomlinson, RB, Chargers
2005: Tom Brady, QB, Patriots
2004: Michael Vick, QB, Falcons
2003: Tom Brady, QB, Patriots
2002: Michael Vick, QB, Falcons
2001: Tom Brady, QB, Patriots
2000: Donovan McNabb, QB, Eagles
Quarterback of the Year - Peyton Manning, Colts.
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Past Winners of this Award:
2008: Drew Brees, Saints
2007: Tom Brady, Patriots
2006: Drew Brees, Saints
2005: Carson Palmer, Bengals
2004: Peyton Manning, Colts
2003: Peyton Manning, Colts
2002: Rich Gannon, Raiders
2001: Kurt Warner, Rams
2000: Peyton Manning, Colts
Running Back of the Year - Chris Johnson, Titans.
We haven't seen this since Barry Sanders - a running back so electrifying that we're actually shocked when he doesn't break an 80-yard touchdown. Chris Johnson rushed for 2,006 yards and 14 touchdowns on a 5.6 YPC average. Oh, and he also caught 50 passes.
Past Winners of this Award:
2008: DeAngelo Williams, Panthers
2007: Brian Westbrook, Eagles
2006: LaDainian Tomlinson, Chargers
2005: Larry Johnson, Chiefs
2004: Curtis Martin, Jets
2003: LaDainian Tomlinson, Chargers
2002: Priest Holmes, Chiefs
2001: Marshall Faulk, Rams
2000: Marshall Faulk, Rams
Wide Receiver of the Year - Andre Johnson, Texans.
Andre Johnson caught 101 passes for 1,569 yards and nine touchdowns. No one else had more than 1,350 yards. What's really remarkable about Johnson's season is that he maintained an average yards per catch of 15.5. Why is that special? No receiver who has compiled at least 100 receptions in a single year has maintained a yards-per-catch figure that high since Rod Smith - in 2000.
Past Winners of this Award:
2008: Larry Fitzgerald, Cardinals
2007: Randy Moss, Patriots
2006: Marvin Harrison, Colts
2005: Steve Smith, Panthers
2004: Muhsin Muhammad, Panthers
2003: Randy Moss, Vikings
2002: Marvin Harrison, Colts
2001: Terrell Owens, 49ers
2000: Randy Moss, Vikings
Tight End of the Year - Dallas Clark, Colts.
Tony Gonzalez owns the single-season record for receptions by a tight end (102). Dallas Clark came close to breaking that mark with 100 in 2009. In fact, had the Colts played out their final two games, Clark would have eclipsed Gonzalez's mark. Let's all thank the Grinch Who Stole 19-0 for taking that chance away from Clark.
Past Winners of this Award:
2008: Tony Gonzalez, Chiefs
2007: Jason Witten, Cowboys
2006: Antonio Gates, Chargers
2005: Antonio Gates, Chargers
2004: Tony Gonzalez, Chiefs
2003: Tony Gonzalez, Chiefs
2002: Todd Heap, Ravens
2001: Tony Gonzalez, Chiefs
2000: Tony Gonzalez, Chiefs
Offensive Tackle of the Year - Joe Thomas, Browns.
If the Browns ever find a franchise quarterback, he'll be well-protected. Joe Thomas didn't allow a single sack after Week 8, and was responsible for Jerome Harrison's strong finish.
Past Winners of this Award:
2008: Michael Roos, Titans
2007: Matt Light, Patriots
2006: Tarik Glenn, Colts
2005: Walter Jones, Seahawks
2004: Walter Jones, Seahawks
2003: Jonathan Ogden, Ravens
2002: Willie Roaf, Chiefs
2001: Orlando Pace, Rams
2000: Jonathan Ogden, Ravens
Offensive Guard of the Year - Jahri Evans, Saints.
A former fourth-round pick, Jahri Evans has become the top guard in the NFL. He's a dynamic run-blocker, and in 16 starts, Evans was whistled for just five penalties and surrendered only half a sack.
Past Winners of this Award:
2008: Kris Dielman, Chargers
2007: Steve Hutchinson, Vikings
2006: Steve Hutchinson, Vikings
2005: Alan Faneca, Steelers
2004: Alan Faneca, Steelers
2003: Will Shields, Chiefs
2002: Ron Stone, 49ers
2001: Alan Faneca, Steelers
2000: Randall McDaniel, Buccaneers
Center of the Year - Nick Mangold, Jets.
In 19 games (including the playoffs), Nick Mangold missed only two snaps. During that action, he surrendered only half a sack, and was whistled for just three penalties. More prominently, Mangold helped open up massive holes for Thomas Jones, Leon Washington and Shonn Greene to burst through.
Past Winners of this Award:
2008: Kevin Mawae, Titans
2007: Jeff Saturday, Colts
2006: Olin Kreutz, Bears
2005: Jeff Hartings, Steelers
2004: Kevin Mawae, Jets
2003: Kevin Mawae, Jets
2002: Kevin Mawae, Jets
2001: Olin Kreutz, Bears
2000: Tom Nalen, Broncos
Defensive End of the Year - Jared Allen, Vikings.
This is why you don't trade the best player at his position when he's only 26 years old. Seriously, how drunk was Carl Peterson when he made that deal? To go along with his 14.5 sacks (the second-straight year he has reached that figure), Jared Allen had five pass deflections, five forced fumbles and a defensive touchdown.
Past Winners of this Award:
2008: Jared Allen, Vikings
2007: Jared Allen, Chiefs
2006: Jason Taylor, Dolphins
2005: Dwight Freeney, Colts
2004: Julius Peppers, Panthers
2003: Michael Strahan, Giants
2002: Jason Taylor, Dolphins
2001: Michael Strahan, Giants
2000: Jason Taylor, Dolphins
Defensive Tackle of the Year - Kevin Williams, Vikings.
Kevin Williams tied for first place in sacks by a defensive tackle (6) in 2009. He also had a whopping seven passes defended - a pretty insane number for a player at his position. Williams also continued to be a force against the run.
Past Winners of this Award:
2008: Albert Haynesworth, Titans
2007: Albert Haynesworth, Titans
2006: Tommie Harris, Bears
2005: Casey Hampton, Steelers
2004: Jamal Williams, Chargers
2003: Kris Jenkins, Panthers
2002: Warren Sapp, Buccaneers
2001: Warren Sapp, Buccaneers
2000: Warren Sapp, Buccaneers
Outside Linebacker of the Year - DeMarcus Ware, Cowboys.
DeMarcus Ware actually had a "down year," but still finished with 11 sacks and five forced fumbles. Sure, Elvis Dumervil led the NFL with 17 sacks, but Ware was much better than Dumervil in coverage and against the run. Ware now has 64.5 sacks in just five years. He's unblockable.
Past Winners of this Award:
2008: DeMarcus Ware, Cowboys
2007: DeMarcus Ware, Cowboys
2006: Shawne Merriman, Chargers
2005: Cato June, Colts
2004: Takeo Spikes, Bills
2003: Keith Bulluck, Titans
2002: Derrick Brooks, Buccaneers
2001: Jamir Miller, Browns
2000: Derrick Brooks, Buccaneers
Inside Linebacker of the Year - Patrick Willis, 49ers.
No surprise that Patrick Willis led the NFL in tackles (152). No surprise that Willis defended 11 passes. No surprise that Willis had three interceptions and returned one for a touchdown. This was just another year for the best inside linebacker in football.
Past Winners of this Award:
2008: Ray Lewis, Ravens
2007: Lofa Tatupu, Seahawks
2006: Brian Urlacher, Bears
2005: Brian Urlacher, Bears
2004: Tedy Bruschi, Patriots
2003: Ray Lewis, Ravens
2002: Zach Thomas, Dolphins
2001: Brian Urlacher, Bears
2000: Ray Lewis, Ravens
Cornerback of the Year - Darrelle Revis, Jets.
I can see why Charles Woodson won Defensive Player of the Year. He played numerous positions for the Packers and excelled at each of them. Darrelle Revis, however, was the best pure corner in the NFL in 2009. Revis completely shut down the top receivers in the NFL, including Andre Johnson (4 catches, 35 yards), Randy Moss twice (4-24 and 5-34), Marques Colston (2-33) and Steve Smith (1-5). They even named an island after this guy!
Past Winners of this Award:
2008: Nnamdi Asomugha, Raiders
2007: Antonio Cromartie, Chargers
2006: Champ Bailey, Broncos
2005: Champ Bailey, Broncos
2004: Nate Clements, Bills
2003: Ty Law, Patriots
2002: Bobby Taylor, Eagles
2001: Aeneas Williams, Rams
2000: Samari Rolle, Titans
Free Safety of the Year - Darren Sharper, Saints.
Before the Saints played the Jets, Darren Sharper told the media that he had been studying Mark Sanchez for years and knew all of his tendencies. Lo and behold, Sharper came away with two interceptions, including one returned for a touchdown in that contest. Sharper finished the season with nine picks (three for scores).
Past Winners of this Award:
2008: Ed Reed, Ravens
2007: Sean Taylor, Redskins
2006: Brian Dawkins, Eagles
2005: Bob Sanders, Colts
2004: Brian Dawkins, Eagles
2003: Roy Williams, Cowboys
2002: Rod Woodson, Raiders
2001: Brian Dawkins, Eagles
2000: Darren Sharper, Packers
Strong Safety of the Year - Bernard Pollard, Texans.
I never thought we'd see a Positional Player of the Year get cut the same season as winning the award. The Chiefs, for whatever reason, decided that Pollard was too talented for their defense. The Texans picked him up and immediately emerged as one of the top teams against the run. To show you how much of an impact Pollard made, Houston surrendered 204.7 rushing yards per game before Pollard join the roster, and only 84.3 afterward. That's insane.
Past Winners of this Award:
2008: Troy Polamalu, Steelers
2007: Bob Sanders, Colts
2006: Troy Polamalu, Steelers
2005: Troy Polamalu, Steelers
2004: Ed Reed, Ravens
2003: Ed Reed, Ravens
2002: Lance Schulters, Titans
2001: Mike Brown, Bears
2000: John Lynch, Buccaneers
Kicker of the Year - Garrett Hartley, Saints.
Garrett Hartley was just 9-of-11 in the regular season, but remember, I take the playoffs into account. Hartley nailed the game-winner at Minnesota in the NFC Championship, and then proceeded to convert all three of his 40-plus attempts in the Super Bowl, including a 47-yarder. In a postseason mired by choking kickers, Hartley was one of the few guys at the position who actually showed that he has some guts.
Past Winners of this Award:
2008: Jason Hanson, Lions
2007: Rob Bironas, Titans
2006: Adam Vinatieri, Colts
2005: Neil Rackers, Cardinals
2004: Adam Vinatieri, Patriots
2003: Mike Vanderjagt, Colts
2002: Adam Vinatieri, Patriots
2001: Adam Vinatieri, Patriots
2000: Matt Stover, Ravens
Special Teams Player of the Year - Josh Cribbs, Browns.
The numbers are staggering: Four special-teams touchdowns, 27.5 yards per kickoff return, 11.9 yards per punt return, and nine returns of 40-plus yards.
Past Winners of this Award:
2008: Johnnie Lee Higgins, Raiders
2007: Devin Hester, Bears
2006: Devin Hester, Bears
2005: Jerome Mathis, Texans
2004: Eddie Drummond, Lions
2003: Dante Hall, Chiefs
2002: Michael Lewis, Saints
2001: Troy Brown, Patriots
2000: Derrick Mason, Titans
Offensive Rookie of the Year - Sebastian Vollmer, OT, Patriots.
Percy Harvin was named Offensive Rookie of the Year by the media, which is understandable because the guys voting for it don't really watch football and only look at numbers. Harvin had a very good rookie season, there's no doubting that, but there were two more deserving players: Michael Oher and Sebastian Vollmer.
Vollmer is my Offensive Rookie of the Year. He made five starts at left tackle when Matt Light was hurt and didn't allow a single sack! He later took over as the starting right tackle. In nine starts, Vollmer surrendered half a sack and was called for only four penalties.
Past Winners of this Award:
2008: Joe Flacco, QB, Ravens
2007: Joe Thomas, OT, Browns
2006: Vince Young, QB, Titans
2005: Cadillac Williams, RB, Buccaneers
2004: Ben Roethlisberger, QB, Steelers
2003: Anquan Boldin, WR, Cardinals
2002: Clinton Portis, RB, Broncos
2001: Anthony Thomas, RB, Bears
2000: Jamal Lewis, RB, Ravens
Defensive Rookie of the Year - Brian Cushing, OLB, Texans.
The media had this one right. Brian Cushing recorded 133 tackles, four sacks, four interceptions, two forced fumbles, 10 passes defended and a safety as a rookie. Labeled by many as a two-down linebacker, Cushing missed only five snaps from Week 2 on.
Past Winners of this Award:
2008: Jerod Mayo, ILB, Patriots
2007: Patrick Willis, ILB, 49ers
2006: Mark Anderson, DE, Bears
2005: Lofa Tatupu, ILB, Seahawks
2004: Jonathan Vilma, ILB, Jets
2003: Terence Newman, CB, Cowboys
2002: Dwight Freeney, DE, Colts
2001: Kendrell Bell, ILB, Steelers
2000: Corey Simon, DT, Eagles
Special Teams Rookie of the Year - Percy Harvin, Vikings.
Percy Harvin won't win Offensive Rookie of the Year on this Web site, but he will be Special Teams Rookie of the Year. Harvin had two kickoffs returned for touchdowns and five returns of 40-plus yards.
Past Winners of this Award:
2008: Clifton Smith, Buccaneers
2007: Yamon Figurs, Ravens
2006: Devin Hester, Bears
2005: Jerome Mathis, Texans
2004: Wes Welker, Dolphins
2003: Bethel Johnson, Patriots
2002: Beer Man Lewis, Saints
2001: Steve Smith, Panthers
2000: Ron Dixon, Giants
Most Improved Offensive Player - Vernon Davis, TE, 49ers.
This was a toss-up between Cedric Benson and Vernon Davis, but I feel as though Benson was just playing for a contract. Davis, meanwhile, was a bust and used as an example as to why teams shouldn't put much stock into Combine performances. However, Mike Singletary brought out the best in Davis, who caught 78 passes for 965 yards and 13 touchdowns in 2009 - more than doubling each of those numbers. Davis has now become one of the top tight ends in the NFL. Who would have thought we would be saying that before last season?
Past Winners of this Award:
2008: DeAngelo Williams, RB, Panthers
2007: Wes Welker, WR, Patriots
2006: Ladell Betts, RB, Redskins
2005: Ben Roethlisberger, QB, Steelers
2004: Drew Brees, QB, Chargers
2003: Steve Smith, WR, Panthers
2002: Koren Robinson, WR, Seahawks
2001: Troy Brown, WR, Patriots
2000: Jeff Garcia, QB, 49ers
Most Improved Defensive Player - Ray Edwards, DE, Vikings.
The third Viking defensive lineman to win an award. Think they were pretty good? Ray Edwards went from five sacks in 2008 to 8.5 sacks in 2009. Not a huge jump, right? Well, Edwards notched a whopping four sacks in two playoff games. He dominated the Cowboys and made that playoff game a living hell for Tony Romo.
Past Winners of this Award:
2008: James Harrison, DE/OLB, Steelers
2007: Mario Williams, DE, Texans
2006: Nnamdi Asomugha, CB, Raiders
2005: Derrick Burgess, DE, Raiders
2004: James Hall, DE, Lions
2003: Brian Russell, S, Vikings
2002: Keith Bulluck, OLB, Titans
2001: Ahmed Plummer, CB, 49ers
2000: La'Roi Glover, DT, Saints
M.U.P. (Most Unimportant Player) - QB Dog Killer, Eagles.
The Eagles were never in danger of losing money because of ticket revenue. People have been waiting years to get season tickets. That's why Philadelphia could afford to sign a deranged psychopath like QB Dog Killer. The move did, however, piss off a lot of fans. Many people I know personally either stopped watching Eagles games or refused to buy their merchandise. It wasn't an overwhelming percentage, but it was enough.
Owner Jeffrey Lurie alienated many fans and had to endure protesters at the games. And for what? Two or three meaningful plays from QB Dog Killer last season? Was it really worth bringing in that scumbag? Lurie and the rest of Philadelphia's front office lost a lot of respect based on that move.
Past Winners of this Award:
2008: Plaxico Burress, Giants
2007: Michael Vick, Falcons
2006: Randy Moss, Raiders
2005: Terrell Owens, Eagles
2004: Kevan Barlow, 49ers
2003: Keyshawn Johnson, Buccaneers
2002: Barrett Robbins, Raiders
2001: Randy Moss, Vikings
2000: Deion Sanders, Redskins
Comeback Player of the Year - Vince Young, QB, Titans.
The second consecutive Titan quarterback to win this award! Vince Young was booed by his own fans in the 2008 season opener. He then disappeared, and people were afraid he was going to commit suicide. Instead, Young took a step back, observed Kerry Collins for a year and thrived in the second half of the 2009 campaign.
Past Winners of this Award:
2008: Kerry Collins, QB, Titans
2007: Todd Collins, QB, Redskins
2006: Jeff Garcia, QB, Eagles
2005: Brad Johnson, QB, Vikings
2004: Mark Fields, LB, Panthers
2003: Marcus Robinson, WR, Ravens
2002: Tommy Maddox, QB, Steelers
2001: Garrison Hearst, RB, 49ers
Blue Collar Player of the Year - Steven Jackson, RB, Rams.
Where did Steven Jackson get the motivation? Despite playing on an awful 1-15 team, Steven Jackson brought 110 percent to the field every Sunday. He literally carried the Rams to their sole victory over the Lions. And in the second half of the year, he still played tough despite suffering back spasms. Believe me, back spasms are a lot more painful than they sound; imagine not being able to stand up after sitting down for 10 or more minutes and then feeling like there's a 45-pound weight lodged in the middle of your back. It's hard to get out of bed with severe back spasms, so I have no idea how Jackson continued to play every week.
Past Winners of this Award:
2008: Ben Roethlisberger, QB, Steelers
2007: Fred Taylor, RB, Jaguars
2006: Lorenzo Neal, FB, Chargers
2005: Tedy Bruschi, ILB, Patriots
2004: Troy Brown, WR/CB, Patriots
2003: Brett Favre, QB, Packers
2002: Hines Ward, WR, Steelers
2001: Hines Ward, WR, Steelers
Perseverance Award - NFL Fans.
My reaction when I heard that Brett Favre was coming back, which meant that we'd have to endure countless hours of repetitive ESPN coverage:
This is the worst thing that could have happened. Seriously, my house could have been on fire, and I would have been less pissed off. Are you kidding me? Brett Favre is coming back? I seriously want to shoot myself.
Based on the e-mails I received, I know a lot of people out there feel the same way.
Past Winners of this Award:
2008: Aaron Rodgers, QB, Packers
2007: Eli Manning, QB, Giants
2006: Peyton Manning, QB, Colts
2005: Cincinnati Bengals Fans
2004: John Fox, head coach, Panthers
2003: Donovan McNabb, QB, Eagles
Celebration Award - Chad Ochocinco, Bengals.
I wanted to award this to Saints owner Tom Benson, who became the first owner in NFL history to celebrate a missed game-winning field goal. However, there was one celebration that was better. An excerpt from Week 16 NFL Game Recaps:
The game-winning score [of the Chiefs-Bengals game] went to Chad Ochocinco, who raised one finger on one hand and five on the other to salute Chris Henry, their old No. 15.
Past Winners of this Award:
2008: Santonio Holmes (Super Bowl ball prop)
2007: Jerry Jones, Cowboys (rapture)
2006: None (fine for celebrations)
2005: Chad Johnson, Bengals (many)
2004: Terrell Owens, Eagles (many)
2003: Joe Horn, Saints (cell phone)
2002: Terrell Owens, 49ers (Sharpee)
"I Don't Belong in the NFL" Award - Al Davis, Raiders.
Let the hate mail commence, but Al Davis does not belong in the NFL. The zombified owner is trapped in time, drafting like it's 1969. Forget scouting reports or player personalities, let's draft guys who run fast 40s and have nice verticals! Let's ignore the fact that a guy is a seventh-round prospect; let me draft him in Round 2! Oh, and before I forget, let's not forget to give our first-round kicker a 4-year, $16 million deal!
Six infamous words if you're still not convinced: "JaMarcus Russell... is a... great... player..."
Past Winners of this Award:
2008: Detroit Lions
2007: Randy Mueller, Dolphins
2006: Charley Casserly, Texans
2005: Charley Casserly, Texans
2004: John York, 49ers
2003: Steve Spurrier, Redskins
2002: Marty Mornhinweg, Lions
2001: Daniel Snyder, Redskins
Scrub of the Year - Jake Delhomme, QB, Panthers.
This award is for the player who was the Scrub of the Week the most times on my NFL Power Rankings page. Two players were given the award twice - Jake Delhomme and Darren McFadden - but I feel as though the former deserves it more. Delhomme had 18 interceptions and six fumbles in 11 starts. After six games, Delhomme was actually on pace to throw 35 picks, but he couldn't keep up that pace because John Fox stopped calling passing plays on 3rd-and-9 situations. That's how bad Delhomme was - his own coach was too terrified to air the ball out. Shame on Fox for not going to Matt Moore sooner.
Past Winners of this Award:
2008: Carson Palmer, QB, Bengals
2007: Brian Griese, QB, Bears
2006: Rex Grossman, QB, Bears
2005: J.P. Losman, QB, Bills; Vinny Testaverde, QB, Jets
2004: Mike Martz, head coach, Rams
2003: Joey Harrington, QB, Lions; Jeff Garcia, QB, 49ers; Drew Bledsoe, QB, Bills
2002: Randy Moss, WR, Vikings
2001: Elvis Grbac, QB, Ravens
Stat-Stuffer of the Year - Chris Johnson, RB, Titans.
This award is for the player who was listed first at his position the most times on my NFL Power Rankings page. Only one player was lifted four times - and it should not surprise you that it was Chris Johnson. Johnson could have easily broken Eric Dickerson's single-season rushing record had the coaching staff given him the ball more often early in the season.
Past Winners of this Award:
2008: Brian Westbrook, RB, Eagles
2007: Tom Brady, QB, Patriots
2006: LaDainian Tomlinson, RB, Chargers
2005: Larry Johnson, RB, Chiefs; LaDainian Tomlinson, RB, Chargers; Steve Smith, WR, Panthers
2004: Peyton Manning, QB, Colts
2003: Peyton Manning, QB, Colts
2002: Tom Brady, QB, Patriots; Priest Holmes, RB, Chiefs; Daunte Culpepper, QB, Vikings
2001: Marshall Faulk, RB, Rams
Coach of the Year - Rex Ryan, Jets.
Take one rookie quarterback to the Championship Game, and it's a fluke. Take two rookie quarterbacks to the NFL semifinal, especially in consecutive years, and it has to be a trend, right? I know Rex Ryan was merely the defensive coordinator in Baltimore, but just imagine how well the Jets will do when he's not coaching a rookie signal-caller.
By the way, Eric Mangini deserves to be runner-up for this award. Not because of Cleveland's four-game winning streak to close out the year; but because he was able to make the Jets' awesome 2009 season possible. Jets fans, say thank you to Eric!
Past Winners of this Award:
2008: Bill Belichick, Patriots
2007: Bill Belichick, Patriots
2006: Bill Belichick, Patriots
2005: Lovie Smith, Bears
2004: Bill Cowher, Steelers
2003: Bill Parcells, Cowboys
2002: John Gruden, Buccaneers
2001: Bill Belichick, Patriots
Coordinator of the Year - Gregg Williams, Saints.
Sean Payton took a paycut to bring in Gregg Williams. I'd say that worked out pretty well. The Saints' improved defense held the Cardinals to 14 points in the divisional round of the playoffs and then limited the Colts to only 17 points. Williams showed Peyton Manning something completely different each time, and it worked for the most part.
Past Winners of this Award:
2008: Dick LeBeau, Steelers
2007: Steve Spagnulo, Giants
2006: Rob Ryan, Raiders
2005: Dick LeBeau, Steelers
2004: Charlie Weis and Romeo Crennel, Patriots
2003: Jim Johnson, Eagles
2002: Monte Kiffin, Buccaneers
2001: Mike Mularkey, Steelers
WalterFootball.com Award (Best Player) - Chris Johnson, RB, Titans.
Chris Johnson is the most exciting player in the NFL. Every time he touches the ball, he could go the distance. And if you're foolish enough to bet against him, chances are that you'll have a heart attack during the game. I nearly had several myself this past season, and I don't know how much more I can take.
Past Winners of this Award:
2008: Larry Fitzgerald, WR, Cardinals
2007: Tom Brady, QB, Patriots
2006: LaDainian Tomlinson, RB, Chargers
2005: Larry Johnson, RB. Chiefs
2004: Ed Reed, S, Ravens
2003: LaDainian Tomlinson, RB, Chargers
2002: Michael Vick, QB, Falcons
2001: Marshall Faulk, RB, Rams
2000: Marshall Faulk, RB, Rams
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