PFT 2024 awards: Everything to know about this year’s PFT which will be unveiled during Super Bowl week | NFL News

Pro Football Talk(PFT), a prominent NFL news platform, is set to commence its 2024 awards coverage starting January 7,2024. The official 2024 awards, as determined by the Associated Press, will be unveiled during super bowl week. It was established on November 1, 2001, by Mike Florio, who is also the main editor and contributor for the site.
In 2022, other main contributors of the site include Florio, Michael David Smith, Josh Alper, Myles Simmons, Charean Williams, and Peter King. On June 14, 2009, ProFootballTalk became an affiliate of NBC Sports with the rights for PFT content exclusive to the latter but owned by Florio.

A brief about the PFT

The awards presented annually by PFT recognize outstanding performances and contributions in the NFL across various categories. While the specific categories may vary each year they often include :

These categories align with those presented at the NFL Honors,the league’s official annual awards ceremony.

Recipients of 2024 PFT awards

While the specific recipients of PFTs 2024 awards have not yet been disclosed, there are some remarkable players and coaches who have been recognized by other platforms for their outstanding performances during the 2024 NFL season.
Here’s a comparison of 2023 and 2024 award recipients across key categories:
MVP
2023: Lamer Jackson,Quarterback for the Baltimore Ravens earned MVP honors for his exceptional dual threat capabilities ,amassing 3678 passing yards,24 touchdown passes and 821 rushing yards with five rushing touchdowns
2024: As of Jan 7,2025 PFT has not yet announced the MVP for the 2024 season. However ,contenders include Josh Allen of Buffalo Bills and Lamerk Jackson,both having had remarkable seasons.

Offensive Player of the Year
2023: Christian McCaffery,running for the San Francisco 49ers was honoured for his versatility and productivity contributing significantly in both rushing and receiving facets of the game.
2024: While PFT has not announced the 2024 recipient Saquon Barkley is a strong candidate having led the league with 2,005 rushing yards.
Defensive Player of the Year
2023: Myles Garret, defensive end of the Cleveland Browns, received the award for his defensive presence,leading the league in sacks and pressures.
2024: PFT has not yet announced the 2024 recipient. However ,T.J Watt of the Pittsburgh Steelers is a notable contender, leading the NFL with 18 tackles for loss and six fumbles.
Offensive Rookie of the Year
2023: C.J. Stroud, quarterback for the Houston Texans,was recognized for his impressive debut season, showcasing poise and leadership beyond his years.
2024: Though PFT has not announced the 2024 recipient,Jayden Daniels, quarterback for the Washington Commanders ,is a leading candidate.
Coach of the Year
2023: Kevin Stefanski of the Cleveland Browns was honored for leading the team to a successful season implementing effective strategies that maximized player strengths.
2024: PFT has not announced the 2024 recipient yet, however Kevin O’Connell of the Minnesota Vikings,is a potential candidate ,having made significant strategic adjustments leading to the team’s success.
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Even though the PFT recipients of 2024 season has not yet announced the comparisons from the above highlights the exceptional talent and contributions of individual during the 2024 NFL season.