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Penei Sewell Nominated for NFL Protector of the Year

1/30/2026

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Sewell Nominated Award

Penei Sewell, Detroit Lions right tackle, was nominated for the NFL's Protector of the Year Award for the 2025 season, with the award presented at NFL Honors on February 5, 2025.
He is a four-time Pro Bowler and three-time First-Team All-Pro, and Pro Football Focus named him Protector of the Year with top grade among offensive linemen.
Finalists include Garett Bolles, Quinn Meinerz, Joe Thuney, Aaron Brewer, and Creed Humphrey.

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NFL Honors Linemen

The National Football League (NFL) will present the inaugural Protector of the Year Award on February 5.
Finalists include Penei Sewell (Lions) and Creed Humphrey (Chiefs) among six linemen.
The NFL recognizes offensive linemen, evaluating skill metrics, impact, leadership, and durability.
Dion Dawkins of the Buffalo Bills advocated for the recognition, citing linemen's role in team success.
The winner will be chosen by a panel of former NFL offensive linemen.

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Sewell Nominated Award

Penei Sewell, Detroit Lions right tackle, was nominated for the NFL's Protector of the Year Award for the 2025 season, with the award presented at NFL Honors on February 5, 2025.
He is a four-time Pro Bowler and three-time First-Team All-Pro, and Pro Football Focus named him Protector of the Year with top grade among offensive linemen.
Finalists include Garett Bolles, Quinn Meinerz, Joe Thuney, Aaron Brewer, and Creed Humphrey.

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