Archive · 29 May 2025
NFL to Launch 'Protector of the Year' Award for Offensive Linemen
Imagine football players who protect the quarterback, like bodyguards!
The NFL is giving them a special award called 'Protector of the Year.'
This award is for the best offensive linemen who keep the quarterback safe.
It's like the NFL saying, 'Hey, we see you!'
The Jacksonville Jaguars, a football team, are also working hard to improve their offensive line.
They want to be super strong in that area.
They signed new players and are working hard.
Now, everyone is going to watch the Jaguars to see who will be starting this summer.
The NFL is introducing a new 'Protector of the Year' award for offensive linemen.
The award will start in the 2025 season.
The Jacksonville Jaguars are focusing on improving their offensive line.
The award aims to recognize an underappreciated position group.
A committee of former offensive linemen will select the winner.
- Who
- The NFL and its clubs, including the Jacksonville Jaguars, are involved. Former offensive linemen will be on the committee to decide the winner.
- What
- The NFL is introducing a new end-of-year award called 'Protector of the Year' for offensive linemen.
- When
- Beginning with the 2025 season.
- Where
- The NFL.
- Why
- To recognize and honor premier-performing offensive linemen, filling a gap in player recognition and bringing attention to an underappreciated position group.
- Award Name
- Protector of the Year
- Award Start Date
- 2025 season
- Award Focus
- Offensive Linemen
- Selection Committee
- Committee of former offensive line greats
- Team Focused On Offensive Line Improvement
- Jacksonville Jaguars