The NFL Comeback Player of the Year award is reserved for the player who overcame some kind of adversity from the previous season to have a stellar year.
Last year’s winner, Ryan Tannehill, went from starting quarterback for the Miami Dolphins to a backup for the Tennessee Titans. It was only Marcus Mariota's injury that allowed Tannehill to start and lead the Titans to a playoff spot – and nearly a Super Bowl appearance.
This year, players like Ben Roethlisberger and Cam Newton are among the favorites to win the award.