2022 Walter Payton Man of the Year Nominee: Arik Armstead – 49ers

The San Francisco 49ers present defensive tackle Arik Armstead as the team's 2022 Walter Payton Man of the Year Nominee.

Former player Andrew Whitworth presents Dallas Cowboys quarterback Dak Prescott with the Walter Payton Man of the Year award.

Dallas Cowboys quarterback Dak Prescott shares what it means to be the Water Payton Man of the Year recipient.

New York Jets defensive tackle Solomon Thomas discusses what his Walter Payton Man of the Year nomination means to him.

Chicago Bears cornerback Jaylon Johnson discusses his involvement in the community and being nominated for the Walter Payton Man of the Year Award.

Jacksonville Jaguars offensive guard Tyler Shatley discusses his involvement in the community and being nominated for the Walter Payton Man of the Year Award.

Patrick Mahomes, Saquon Barkley, and Dak Prescott are not just some of the NFL's brightest stars, but also nominees for what is considered the league's most prestigious honor: the Walter Payton NFL Man of the Year Award presented by Nationwide. We're proud to announce the 32 nominees for this year's honor, each of whom has strived to represent the values of respect, integrity, resiliency, and responsibility on and off the field.

The Baltimore Ravens present strong safety Chuck Clark as the team's 2022 Walter Payton Man of the Year Nominee.

2022 Walter Payton Man of the Year Nominee: Derrick Brown – Panthers

The Green Bay Packers present running back Aaron Jones as the team's 2022 Walter Payton Man of the Year Nominee.

2022 Walter Payton Man of the Year Nominee: Chris Lindstrom – Falcons

The Cincinnati Bengals present defensive end Sam Hubbard as the team's 2022 Walter Payton Man of the Year Nominee.

The Detroit Lions present quarterback Jared Goff as the team's 2022 Walter Payton Man of the Year Nominee.

The Tennessee Titans present running back Derrick Henry as the team's 2022 Walter Payton Man of the Year Nominee.

The Washington Commanders present offensive tackle Charles Leno Jr. as the team's 2022 Walter Payton Man of the Year Nominee.

The Pittsburgh Steelers present defensive tackle Cameron Heyward as the team's 2022 Walter Payton Man of the Year Nominee.

The New York Giants present running back Saquon Barkley as the team's 2022 Walter Payton Man of the Year Nominee.

The New York Jets present defensive tackle Solomon Thomas as the team's 2022 Walter Payton Man of the Year Nominee.

The Los Angeles Chargers present safety Derwin James as the team's 2022 Walter Payton Man of the Year Nominee.

The Los Angeles Rams present offensive guard Tremayne Anchrum as the team's 2022 Walter Payton Man of the Year Nominee.

The Cleveland Browns present offensive guard Joel Bitonio as the team's 2022 Walter Payton Man of the Year Nominee.

The Arizona Cardinals present tight end Zach Ertz as the team's 2022 Walter Payton Man of the Year Nominee.

The Philadelphia Eagles present defensive end Brandon Graham as the team's 2022 Walter Payton Man of the Year Nominee.

The New Orleans Saints present Demario Davis as the team's 2022 Walter Payton Man of the Year Nominee.

The Miami Dolphins present outside linebacker Jaelan Phillips as the team's 2022 Walter Payton Man of the Year Nominee.