Andrew Whitworth, a former NFL player, is advocating for the recognition of offensive linemen with a yearly award named the "Shield Award." This initiative aims to honor the individuals within a group often overlooked, as they typically receive more criticism than accolades for their performance. Whitworth, along with fellow player Dion Dawkins, believes such recognition is crucial for inspiring young athletes considering a future in football, highlighting the importance of their contributions during games. The proposal has garnered positive feedback from NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell and is intended for the NFL Honors event during Super Bowl week.
"For an offensive lineman, just because you play in a group, the reality on most plays is that it's one on one. Having an award like this would let an individual stand up there as the best of the best."
"Having an award like this would let an individual stand up there as the best of the best. Every young kid in high school that may be teetering as to whether he wants to be an offensive lineman or not can say, 'Wow, look at [San Francisco's] Trent Williams.'"
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