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A much-needed addition,
Besides the Super Bowl, the NFL Awards are one of the most highly sought-after accomplishments in the game. Adding new awards to the list is always something the NFL should consider, but it must make sense for it to happen. On Wednesday, the NFL announced that they have added the “Protector of the Year” award for the best offensive lineman in the NFL, per Ian Rapoport.
It has been too long for the NFL to not have an award that can go to an offensive lineman for play on the field. Throughout league history, specifically in recent years, offensive linemen have become vital to the success of teams, and it is about time they got a dedicated award. Yes, offensive linemen could win the rookie of the year, offensive player of the year, or MVP, but that is never going to happen. By adding this new end-of-the-year award, the best offensive lineman in the game can finally be recognized each year.
