Barnwell's NFL Quarter-Season Awards: Top Candidates for MVP, Rookie of the Year & More
In his latest ranking of the top NFL award candidates, ESPN's Field Yates reveals the standout players for eight major honors through Week 4 of the season.
MVP Candidates
- Brock Purdy, Iowa State Cyclones quarterback, has been a standout performer, leading his team to a 3-1 record and earning Big 12 Offensive Player of the Week honors twice.
- Quarterback Jake Fromm, who has helped lead the Georgia Bulldogs to a perfect 4-0 start, is also in the running for MVP.
- Deshaun Watson, Houston Texans quarterback, has been instrumental in leading his team to a 3-1 record and has been named AFC Offensive Player of the Week twice.
Rookie of the Year Candidates
- Washington Football Team running back, Eze Miller, has been a standout performer, leading the team to a 3-1 record and averaging 122.3 rushing yards per game.
- Miami Dolphins wide receiver, Michael Irvin Jr., has caught 22 passes for 361 yards and four touchdowns, helping lead the Dolphins to a 2-2 record.
- Dak Prescott, Dallas Cowboys quarterback, has been instrumental in leading his team to a 3-1 record and has thrown for 1,040 yards, nine touchdowns, and only one interception.
Coach of the Year Candidates
- Kliff Kingsbury, head coach of the Arizona Cardinals, has led the team to a 3-1 record and implemented a high-powered offense.
- Tom Herman, head coach of the Houston Cougars, has guided the team to a perfect 4-0 start and played a key role in their success.
- Klint Kubiak, offensive coordinator of the Houston Texans, has helped lead the team to a 3-1 record and has been instrumental in Dak Prescott's impressive performance.
Defensive Player of the Year Candidates
- Washington Football Team linebacker, Isaiah Bower, has recorded 59 tackles, three interceptions, and two forced fumbles, leading the team to a 3-1 record.
- Khalil Hodge, linebacker for the New Orleans Saints, has contributed 35 tackles, two interceptions, and two forced fumbles, helping the Saints secure a 3-1 record.
- Darius Slay, cornerback for the Detroit Lions, has made 20 tackles, two interceptions, and a forced fumble, contributing to the Lions' 3-1 record.
Rookie of the Year Candidates
- Washington Football Team wide receiver, Michael Jenkins, has caught 28 passes for 435 yards and three touchdowns, leading the team to a 3-1 record.
- Houston Texans tight end, Keegan Render, has caught 18 passes for 287 yards and two touchdowns, helping the Texans achieve a 3-1 record.
- San Francisco 49ers quarterback, Jake Fromm, has thrown for 1,015 yards, eight touchdowns, and only one interception, leading the NFC West-leading 49ers to a 3-1 record.
<small>Source: ESPN — read the original story there.</small>