NEW YORK — Veterans Julius Peppers, Von Miller and Vernon Davis are among the 32 nominees announced Thursday for the NFL’s Walter Payton Man of the Year award.
Detroit Lions quarterback Matthew Stafford is among the finalists, along with New Orleans Saints running back Mark Ingram (Flint Southwestern) and Baltimore Ravens defensive back Brandon Carr (Flint Carman Ainsworth, Grand Valley State).
Unlike in the past, when three finalists were selected before a recipient was chosen, one player from every NFL team is a finalist. All will be recognized and participate in NFL functions during Super Bowl week.