2019 Walter Payton Man of the Year Nominee: Brandon Carr

Los Angeles Rams offensive tackle Andrew Whitworth wins 2021 Walter Payton Man of the Year.

New York Jets defensive tackle Quinnen Williams discusses what it means to be New York Jets nominee for Walter Payton Man of the Year.

2021 Walter Payton Man of the Year Nominee: Harrison Phillips – Bills

Green Bay Packers running back Aaron Jones is nominated for the 2021 Walter Payton Man of the Year award.

Considered the league's most prestigious honor, the Walter Payton NFL Man of the Year Award presented by Nationwide recognizes NFL players who have exhibited excellence on-the-field, and whose passion to impact lives extends beyond the game. This year's nominee for the San Francisco 49ers - for the second consecutive season - is defensive lineman Arik Armstead, whose foundation works for education equality in the public school system.

Considered the league's most prestigious honor, the Walter Payton NFL Man of the Year Award presented by Nationwide recognizes NFL players who have exhibited excellence on-the-field, and whose passion to impact lives extends beyond the game. This year's nominee for the Indianapolis Colts is corner Kenny Moore, who has made a special impact on the lives of kids in Indianapolis - including a memorable 9-year-old boy named "Mighty" Mason Garvey.

Considered the league's most prestigious honor, the Walter Payton NFL Man of the Year Award presented by Nationwide recognizes NFL players who have exhibited excellence on-the-field, and whose passion to impact lives extends beyond the game. This year's nominee for the Kansas City Chiefs is three-time All Pro safety Tyrann Mathieu. His foundation supports financially disadvantaged youth in Kansas City and his hometown of New Orleans - inspired by a special person who made an enduring impact on his life.

Pittsburgh Steelers defensive tackle and Walter Payton Man of the Year nominee Cam Heyward joins 'NFL Total Access' ahead of Week 15 vs. Tennessee Titans.

Considered the league's most prestigious honor, the Walter Payton NFL Man of the Year Award presented by Nationwide recognizes NFL players who have exhibited excellence on the field, and whose passion to impact lives extends beyond the game. This year's nominee for the Minnesota Vikings is four-time Pro Bowl linebacker Anthony Barr, whose "Raise the Barr" program provides economic opportunity for single-parent students.

Detroit Lions fullback Jason Cabinda shares what it means to be a Walter Payton Man of the Year nominee.

Los Angeles Rams offensive lineman and Walter Payton NFL Man of the Year nominee Andrew Whitworth discusses his off the field work in the Los Angeles community.

Denver Broncos safety Justin Simmons wakes up to chat with the "Good Morning Football" crew.

New England Patriots defensive tackle Lawrence Guy speaks on his recent Walter Payton Man of the Year nomination.

Former New York Giants quarterback Eli Manning explains what it means to him to win the Walter Payton Man of the Year award.

Hall of Fame quarterback Peyton Manning details significance, process of Walter Payton Man of the Year award.

2021 Walter Payton Man of the Year Nominee: D.J. Moore – Panthers

2021 Walter Payton Man of the Year Nominee: Cameron Heyward – Steelers

2021 Walter Payton Man of the Year Nominee: Arik Armstead – 49ers

2021 Walter Payton Man of the Year Nominee: Jerome Baker – Dolphins

2021 Walter Payton Man of the Year Nominee: Kelvin Beachum – Cardinals

2021 Walter Payton Man of the Year Nominee: Mike Davis – Falcons

2021 Walter Payton Man of the Year Nominee: Jimmy Graham – Bears

2021 Walter Payton Man of the Year Nominee: Sam Hubbard – Bengals

2021 Walter Payton Man of the Year Nominee: Jason Cabinda – Lions

2021 Walter Payton Man of the Year Nominee: Aaron Jones – Packers