The “First Things First” crew took their shot at predicting some of the NFL awards for the 2025 season.
They debated if Cam Ward or Ashton Jeanty would have a better rookie season. On the other side of the ball, Abdul Carter is a strong candidate for Defensive Rookie of the Year.
Has Catch of the Year already been decided as the NFL’s most famous couple — Travis Kelce and Taylor Swift — got engaged? Nick Wright might think so.
Check out who the “First Things First” crew picked to win five different NFL awards during the 2025 season:
Nick Wright’s Picks:
Offensive Rookie of the Year: Ashton Jeanty, RB, Las Vegas Raiders
Defensive Rookie of the Year: Abdul Carter, DL, New York Giants
Catch of the Year: Travis Kelce + Taylor Swift engagement
Defensive Player of the Year: Maxx Crosby, DL, Las Vegas Raiders
Offensive Player of The Year: Baker Mayfield, QB, Tampa Bay Buccaneers
Danny Parkins’ Picks
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Offensive Rookie of the Year: Ashton Jeanty, RB, Las Vegas Raiders
Defensive Rookie of the Year: Mike Green, LB, Baltimore Ravens
Catch of the Year: Keon Coleman, WR, Buffalo Bills
Defensive Player of the Year: Aidan Hutchinson, DL, Detroit Lions
Offensive Player of The Year: Christian McCaffrey, RB, San Francisco 49ers
Chris Broussard’s Picks
Offensive Rookie of the Year: Cam Ward, QB, Tennessee Titans
Defensive Rookie of the Year: Abdul Carter, DL, New York Giants
Catch of the Year: Malik Nabers, WR, New York Giants
Defensive Player of the Year: Aidan Hutchinson, DL, Detroit Lions
Offensive Player of The Year: Ja’Marr Chase, WR, Cincinnati Bengals
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