The Seattle Seahawks have a legitimate star along their defensive line, and he is starting to finally get recognized. Although he was snubbed for the Pro Bowl ( a point of frustration for everyone ), Seahawks defensive end Leonard Williams has been named NFC Defensive Player of the Month for December/January.

Seahawks defensive lineman Leonard Williams was named was named NFC Defensive Player of the Month for December/January.

Despite missing a game in December, Packers linebacker Edgerrin Cooper was named NFC defensive rookie of the month for his impressive finish to 2024.

The Lions stormed their way into the postseason and one of their key young offensive players was a big reason why.

Leonard was the only player in the league to record 30-or-more tackles and five-or-more sacks during the span and his interception-return touchdown was the longest among defensive