UConn in the NFL: Regular Season Awards

Steve Flynn-USA TODAY SportsWith the NFL regular season coming to a close, it ends what was a bit of a turbulent year for many UConn prospects. Some got surprising opportunities, while others faltered, languishing either on the injury table or in the doghouse of various coaches. In this edition of UConn in the NFL, we will hand out the seasonal awards - including a bit of a surprise for the Most Valuable Husky.

Rookie of the Year Award - Byron Jones

This was not a really competitive category, but the first round pick raised his game throughout the year, drawing matchups against tough receivers and rising to the challenge in most cases. Jones had some shaky games, specifically against the…