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Joe Thuney Wins NFL Protector of the Year Award

2/6/2026

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Story summary

Joe Thuney, the Chicago Bears guard, earned the inaugural NFL Protector of the Year Award for the 2025 season.
Thuney helped reduce the Bears' sack total from 68 to 24.
Thuney allowed no sacks and only one quarterback hit during the season.
Ben Johnson, Bears head coach, was a finalist for Coach of the Year after an 11-6 season.

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Story summary

Joe Thuney, the Chicago Bears guard, earned the inaugural NFL Protector of the Year Award for the 2025 season.
Thuney helped reduce the Bears' sack total from 68 to 24.
Thuney allowed no sacks and only one quarterback hit during the season.
Ben Johnson, Bears head coach, was a finalist for Coach of the Year after an 11-6 season.