T.J. Watt Again a Finalist for Defensive Player of Year

Does T.J. Watt deserve to be a Defensive Player of the Year finalist?
While 2024 was a historic year for the newest Steeler in the 100-sack club, T.J. Watt, his performance to end the season raises questions about the legitimacy of his inclusion in the D.P.O.Y. race. Th
T.J. Watt named a finalist for AP Defensive Player of the Year award
PITTSBURGH (KDKA) -- Pittsburgh Steelers linebacker T.J. Watt has been named one of the five finalists for this year's AP Defensive Player of the Year Award. T.J. Watt, Zack Baun, Myles Garrett, Trey Hendricksen, and Patrick Surtain II are the finalists for the award this year.
Two Wisconsinites are among the finalists for the NFL's Defensive Player of the Year
Two Wisconsin natives are among the finalists for NFL defensive player of the year. Also, each NFL team remaining has a UW alumnus on the roster.
Trey Hendrickson named finalist for Defensive Player of the Year
Cincinnati Bengals defensive end Trey Hendrickson beat out Browns defensive end Myles Garrett to claim the sack title for this season with 17.5. Hendrickson now h
Myles Garrett named a finalist for Defensive Player of the Year once again
After winning the NFL Defensive Player of the Year award a year ago, Cleveland Browns defensive end Myles Garrett is once again a finalist.
Broncos CB Pat Surtain II named NFL’s Defensive Player of the Year by PFWA
Surtain, a three-time Pro Bowl selection, was also honored as a first-team All-Pro by the Associated Press for the second time in his career. On Monday, he was one of four Bronco players, including outside linebacker Nik Bonitto, punt returner Marvin Mims Jr. and right guard Quinn Meinerz, to be named to the PFWA’s All-NFL team.
Two former Wisconsin Badgers named finalists for NFL Defensive Player of the Year
Former Wisconsin Badgers Zack Baun (Philadelphia Eagles) and T.J. Watt (Pittsburgh Steelers) were named finalists for the AP Defensive Player of the Year on Thursday.
Eagles Star Revealed As Finalist For Defensive Player Of The Year Award
The Philadelphia Eagles had a fantastic regular season and that could lead to some hardware. Philadelphia is just a few days away from facing off against the Wa
T.J. Watt named finalist for Defensive Player of the Year Award
Pittsburgh Steelers outside linebacker T.J. Watt was named a Defensive Player of the Year finalist. Watt, who was a longtime favorite to win the award but has now dropped in odds, had at least one vote go his way to earn his way onto the finalist panel.
Cleveland Browns' Myles Garrett a finalist to repeat as NFL Defensive Player of the Year
Myles Garrett was one of five finalists for the NFL Defensive Player of the Year. The winner will be announced. Feb. 6 in New Orleans.
Myles Garrett a finalist to defend his NFL Defensive Player of the Year title
Myles Garrett believes he was the best player in the NFL in 2024, and now he’s a finalist to defend his AP NFL Defensive Player of the Year Award. The finalists for all of the AP awards were announced on Thursday,
Two former Saints in the running for Defensive Player of the Year
Zack Baun and Trey Hendrickson making first-team All Pro was a great reminder of the talent the New Orleans Saints let walk ...
Eagles' Zach Baun Stunning Reveal Ranks LB as Defensive Player of The Year Finalist
During the regular season, Baun recorded 151 tackles to go along with 3.5 sacks, five forced fumbles, four passes defended, ...
NBA MVP, Defensive Player of the Year favorites include Donovan Mitchell, Evan Mobley
The Cavs have players vying for several key awards, including MVP, Sixth Man, Clutch, Defensive Player, Most Improved and ...
Packers' Xavier McKinney stunned over the NFL's Defensive Player of the Year finalists, calls snub 'crazy work' by voters
Should the Packers' Xavier McKinney been a finalist for the NFL Defensive Player of the Year award? He reacted to voters ...
NFL Awards 2025: MVP, Offensive and Defensive POY, ROY, More Finalists Announced
The NFL announced Thursday the finalists for this season's individual awards including Most Valuable Player and Player of the Year on offense and defense.
Pro Football Writers pick former Alabama star as NFL Defensive Player of the Year
While Surtain is the first Alabama alumnus to win the PFWA’s NFL Defensive Player of the Year Award, former Crimson Tide ...
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Jared Verse wins PFWA Defensive Rookie of the Year award
Jared Verse just turned in the best rookie season by a Rams defender since Aaron Donald in 2014 and he’s receiving ...