The 2024 NFL Honors have unveiled their star-studded lineup of winners, celebrating the best of the NFL season. From MVPs to Rookies, Coaches of the Year, and more, here’s the exclusive rundown:
Before the epic showdown between the San Francisco 49ers and the Kansas City Chiefs at Super Bowl LVIII, the NFL’s finest convened for the prestigious NFL Honors ceremony at Resorts World Theatre. Let’s dive into the list of champions for the 2024 NFL Honors.
Lamar Jackson: Reigning MVP
Despite a less-than-stellar performance in the AFC Championship, Lamar Jackson’s dominance throughout the regular season earned him the coveted NFL MVP title. The Baltimore Ravens’ star quarterback dazzled with 3,678 passing yards, along with a whopping 821 rushing yards and 29 touchdowns.
Christian McCaffrey: Offensive Player of the Year
Christian McCaffrey secured the Offensive Player of the Year accolade for his exceptional contributions during the 2023 season. Recognized as the non-quarterback standout with stellar stats, McCaffrey’s prowess as a running back earned him this prestigious honor.
Myles Garrett: Defensive Player of the Year
Myles Garrett clinched the Defensive Player of the Year award, marking a career milestone for the Cleveland Browns’ star defensive end. With an impressive record of 14 sacks, 17 tackles for loss, and four forced fumbles, Garrett’s stellar performance earned him this esteemed recognition.
CJ Stroud: Offensive Rookie of the Year
Houston Texans’ rising star CJ Stroud emerged victorious as the Offensive Rookie of the Year, showcasing his remarkable talent as a quarterback with 4,108 passing yards, ranking third highest among rookie quarterbacks.
Will Anderson Jr: Defensive Rookie of the Year
Will Anderson Jr showcased his defensive prowess with 10 tackles for loss, 22 QB hits, and 7 sacks, earning him the title of Defensive Rookie of the Year for the Houston Texans.
Joe Flacco: Comeback Player of the Year
Despite facing injuries and uncertainties in his quarterback role, Joe Flacco’s resilience shone through as he led the Cleveland Browns to the NFL playoffs, securing the title of Comeback Player of the Year.
Kevin Stefanski: Coach of the Year
Cleveland Browns’ head coach Kevin Stefanski was honored with the Coach of the Year award for steering his team to a playoff berth amidst numerous player injuries, finishing the regular season with an impressive 11-6 record.
Jim Schwartz: Assistant Coach of the Year
Jim Schwartz’s masterful handling of the Cleveland Browns’ defense earned him the Assistant Coach of the Year accolade, contributing to Myles Garrett’s triumph as Defensive Player of the Year.
In addition to these distinguished awards, the 2024 NFL Hall of Fame class was also announced, featuring football legends Julius Peppers, Andre Johnson, Steve McMichael, Randy Gradishar, Dwight Freeney, and Patrick Willis.
