Patrick Mahomes Among Nominees for NFL's Walter Payton Man of the Year Award
The award recognizes players for their community service and on-field excellence, with the winner to be announced on February 8, 2024.
- Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes is among the 32 nominees for the 2023 NFL Walter Payton Man of the Year Award.
- The award, named after the late Hall of Fame Chicago Bears running back Walter Payton, recognizes a player for community service and excellence on the field.
- Mahomes was nominated for his work with his foundation, 15 and the Mahomies Foundation, which has distributed more than $4 million in grants and programs to improve the lives of children and support health, wellness, and communities in need.
- All nominees will receive a donation of up to $55,000 in their name to their charity of choice, and the winner will receive a $250,000 donation to their chosen charity.
- The winner of the award will be announced during the NFL Honors presentation on February 8, 2024.