The Walter Payton Award is given each year to the most outstanding offensive player in FCS football. Montana State quarterback Tommy Mellott received the 2024 award on the day before the FCS ...
The logo on Wilson’s jersey represents the Walter Payton NFL Man of the Year award. The shape of the Walter Payton trophy is stitched into the right-hand side of his kit. The award is named ...
The award pays homage to Chicago Bears legend Walter Payton, who starred as a running back at Jackson State from 1971 to 74. During his collegiate career, Payton rushed for 3,600 yards and scored ...