Travis Kelce beats Patrick Mahomes on the Chiefs and is now one step away from securing another prestigious award

Thirty-two players were announced on December 4 as Man of the Year, and they are now officially nominated for the 2025 Walter Payton NFL Man of the Year Award. It is the league’s most prestigious honor, recognizing individuals who have demonstrated the best of their character both on and off the field, leaving a significant impact on society.

The Walter Payton NFL Man of the Year Award is our league’s most revered honor, celebrating players for their excellence both on and off the field.”…”These 32 men represent the best of the NFL, and the incredible contributions they make to their teams and communities every day continue to keep Walter’s legacy alive.

Roger Goodell

Said the league’s commissioner, Roger Goodell.

The Man of the Year winners

This is the list of the players who earned the honor for 2025:

1. Arizona Cardinals – Kelvin Beachum
2. Atlanta Falcons – A.J. Terrell Jr.
3. Baltimore Ravens – Derrick Henry
4. Buffalo Bills – Dion Dawkins
5. Carolina Panthers – Austin Corbett
6. Chicago Bears – DJ Moore
7. Cincinnati Bengals – Ted Karras
8. Cleveland Browns – Grant Delpit
9. Dallas Cowboys – Solomon Thomas
10. Denver Broncos – Garett Bolles
11. Detroit Lions – DJ Reader
12. Green Bay Packers – Jordan Love
13. Houston Texans – Azeez Al-Shaair
14. Indianapolis Colts – Kenny Moore II
15. Jacksonville Jaguars – Logan Cooke
16. Kansas City Chiefs – Travis Kelce
17. Las Vegas Raiders – Maxx Crosby
18. Los Angeles Chargers – Cameron Dicker
19. Los Angeles Rams – Kyren Williams
20. Miami Dolphins – Bradley Chubb
21. Minnesota Vikings – C.J. Ham
22. New England Patriots – Hunter Henry
23. New Orleans Saints – Demario Davis
24. New York Giants – Bobby Okereke
25. New York Jets – Quincy Williams
26. Philadelphia Eagles – Jordan Mailata
27. Pittsburgh Steelers – Alex Highsmith
28. San Francisco 49ers – Curtis Robinson
29. Seattle Seahawks – Julian Love
30. Tampa Bay Buccaneers – Baker Mayfield
31. Tennessee Titans – Jeffery Simmons
32. Washington Commanders – Bobby Wagner

The 32 winners will be recognized during the ceremony held prior to the Super Bowl in San Francisco.

Each player is supporting the cause they believe in, aiming to uplift young people, promote healthy lifestyles, and help communities thrive.

The charitable organization selected by the club winner from each team will receive up to $40,000, while the nonprofit chosen by the national winner will receive up to $250,000.

As a company deeply rooted in a culture of caring and community support, Nationwide is honored to recognize the inspiring club winners for this year’s Walter Payton NFL Man of the Year award.”…”We’re proud to showcase these players and help amplify the causes they champion, celebrating the meaningful impact they’re making far beyond the field.

Ann Bair

Said Ann Bair, executive vice president and chief marketing officer at Nationwide, which serves as the main sponsor.

The league’s commitment to supporting communities has been present since 1970, and in 1999 the award received its current name, continuing to provide crucial help to countless people.