The NFL announced today the 32 nominees for the Walter Payton NFL Man of the Year Award presented by Nationwide. 

In this edition of The First Read, Jeffri Chadiha hands out 10 unconventional awards at the midpoint of the 2023 NFL season. Plus, a look at who's rising/sliding, a shake-up in the MVP race and a glance ahead at the must-see game of Week 10.

Can Odell Beckham Jr. help elevate the Ravens' passing game? Will Marcus Davenport thrive under Brian Flores in Minnesota? Kevin Patra lists 10 one-year contracts that will pay off in the 2023 NFL season.

The 2023 regular season is just around the corner, and NFL Network has you covered with wall-to-wall training camp coverage each day starting at 10 a.m. ET.

It's that time of year again, when NFL players cast their votes to identify the best in the league heading into the 2023 NFL season. Which players joined Lions stars Jared Goff and Amon-Ra St. Brown from Nos. 70-61?

Will the Honey Badger lead the Saints back to the playoffs? How will A.J. Brown build on a sensational first year with the Eagles? Eric Edholm picks the top non-QB MVP candidate for each NFC team heading into the 2023 NFL season.

After a surprising run to the playoffs in 2022, Geno Smith and Co. aren't likely to catch anyone off guard this year. Adam Rank examines the state of the 2023 Seattle Seahawks.

After a couple of down years in Pittsburgh, linebacker Devin Bush wants to prove that he can still be a dynamic player, and he hopes coming to the Seattle Seahawks and playing with Bobby Wagner will be just what it takes to jump-start his career again.

Linebacker Bobby Wagner's exit from the Seattle Seahawks last offseason was surprising and a bit awkward. His return this offseason might have been a surprise based on the way things had played out, but it has been anything but awkward.

Former Rams linebacker Bobby Wagner is signing a one-year deal with the Seattle Seahawks, NFL Network Insiders Ian Rapoport and Tom Pelissero reported on Saturday.

After the first wave of free agency, there are still number of impact players on the open market. Where could they be headed? Nick Shook reveals team fits for 11 notable free agents.

Seattle Seahawks general manager John Schneider said Thursday that he and head coach Pete Carroll have been in contact with eight-time Pro Bowl linebacker and ex-Hawk Bobby Wagner. 

Rams GM Les Snead ended any speculation about the team's plans at QB for the 2023 season, telling reporters on Thursday they're "going to definitely rely" on the Super Bowl winner.

The Rams are releasing veteran linebacker Bobby Wagner after one season in Los Angeles, NFL Network Insider Tom Pelissero reported Thursday, per a source.

Travis Kelce and Justin Jefferson are unanimous choices for The Associated Press 2022 NFL All-Pro Team, and Sauce Gardner is the first rookie cornerback selected in 41 years.

With the regular season in the rearview, Nick Shook assembles his personal 2022 All-Pro Team and explains why the San Francisco 49ers and New York Jets are deserving of multiple selections on defense.

Bobby Wagner, who played his first 10 NFL seasons in Seattle, faces the Seahawks on Sunday for the first time, but the Rams LB is approaching it like any other game.

NFL Network's 'Top 100 Players of 2022' has been unveiled. Which team had the most players ranked? Who was the top rookie? Grant Gordon takes a look at the players' list by the numbers.

It's that time of year again, when NFL players cast their votes to identify the best in the league heading into the 2022 NFL season. Which 10 players make up Nos. 30-21?

Jeffri Chadiha ranks all eight divisions entering the 2022 NFL season. Could this year's AFC West be the best division in NFL history? Can the NFC West's Rams fend off the rest of the conference and reach a second straight Super Bowl?

Episode 4 of the "Top 100 Players of 2022" aired on Sunday, with a pair of stars from the 2012 draft class making the list between Nos. 70 and 61. Who earns the top spot in Marc Ross' ranking of the top 10 players from that class?

With the Pro Football Hall of Fame about to officially enshrine the Class of 2022 this weekend, Adam Schein seeks to answer an intriguing question: Which current players are LOCKS to eventually hit Canton? Nine active stars fit the bill.

As Bobby Wagner has adjusted to his new life and new team in Los Angeles the last few months, the linebacker said he's still feeling bittersweet about the end of his time in Seattle, but excited for what comes next.

What is the best possible team money could buy in 2022? NFL Media researcher Anthony Holzman-Escareno builds the ultimate 53-man roster while remaining under this year's $208.2 million salary cap.

Can Pete Carroll keep Seattle competitive after saying goodbye to Russell Wilson? Adam Rank checks in on the state of the Seahawks heading into the 2022 NFL season.

It's considered the league's most prestigious honor: the Walter Payton NFL Man of the Year Award presented by Nationwide. Here are the 32 nominees for this year, each of whom has strived to represent the values of respect, integrity, resiliency, and responsibility on and off the field.

The winner of the 2023 Walter Payton NFL Man of the Year Award presented by Nationwide will be announced at this year's NFL Honors on Thursday, Feb. 8, 2024. The nominees and winner will also be honored on-field and in broadcast prior to the start of Super Bowl LVIII on February 11th.

The Seattle Seahawks present linebacker Bobby Wagner as the team's 2023 Walter Payton Man of the Year Nominee.

Seattle Seahawks linebacker Bobby Wagner joins 'NFL Total Access' two days after Seahawks' 24-3 win vs. New York Giants.

Seattle Seahawks linebacker Bobby Wagner notches his second sack of New York Giants quarterback Daniel Jones.

Seattle Seahawks linebacker Bobby Wagner loops around the edge for a sack of New York Giants quarterback Daniel Jones.

Ex-Los Angeles Rams linebacker Bobby Wagner gets in on a tackle for a loss for his first tackle back in a Seattle Seahawks uniform.

"GMFB" picks the team has the best offensive and defensive player duo.

NFL Network's Jason McCourty, former NFL linebacker K.J. Wright on best linebacker in the league, most intimidating linebacker, and which former linebacker deserves to be in the Hall of Fame.

NFL Network's Bucky Brooks talks with Ndamukong Suh about the best old-school-style defenders and new-school-style defenders in today's NFL.

NFL Network's Jeffri Chadiha: Low-key signings that'll pay dividends in 2023.

NFL Network's Peter Schrager discusses Seattle Seahawks general manager John Schneider.

NFL Network's Steve Wyche explains why free agent linebacker Bobby Wagner fills a need for the New York Giants and is a player that the team should definitely pursue ahead of the 2023 NFL regular season.

NFL Network's Marc Ross, Brian Baldinger: Best team fits for top free agents still available.

Best team fits for Los Angeles Rams linebacker Bobby Wagner, Tampa Bay Buccaneers linebacker Lavonte David, and Indianapolis Colts defensive end Yannick Ngakoue

"GMFB" shares which top remaining free agent would like to see get signed today.

NFL Network's Marc Ross predicts three major free-agent signings to come in short order.

NFL Network insider Mike Garafolo reports that Los Angeles Rams mutually agree to release longtime All-Pro inside linebacker Bobby Wagner after just one season with the team in L.A.

Watch the 10 best highlight plays made by the Los Angeles Rams in the 2022 NFL season.

Watch Los Angeles Rams linebacker Bobby Wagner's top plays during the NFL 2022 season.

"GMFB" shares the players' performance they will be watching closely in Week 18.

See the highest graded players from Week 16 of the NFL season, according to Pro Football Focus

Watch the best plays by the Los Angeles Rams from Weeks 13 through 16 of the 2022 NFL season.

Watch as Spongebob Squarepants' best friend and Nickelodeon legend Patrick Star takes his shot at play-by-play commentary and Denver Broncos quarterback Russell Wilson throws an interception to Rams linebacker and former Seattle Seahawks teammate Bobby Wagner in the 'NFL Nickmas Game' between the Rams and Broncos in Week 16 of the 2022 NFL regular season.

Los Angeles Ram linebacker Bobby Wagner finds Denver Broncos quarterback Russell Wilson's pass for an interception.

Los Angeles Rams linebacker Bobby Wagner makes a third-down stop against Las Vegas Raiders running back Josh Jacobs.