Bears' Wide Receiver DJ Moore Earns Walter Payton Man of the Year Honors for Community Work Off the Field.
DJ Moore, a wide receiver for the Chicago Bears, has been named team winner and nominee for the Walter Payton Man of the Year Award. The honor is given to players who excel on the field but also make an impact in their communities through extensive charity work and community engagement.
Moore's charitable efforts have been numerous this season, partnering with organizations such as the Boys & Girls Club and One Family Illinois to host back-to-school and Thanksgiving events. He has also made surprise visits to hospitals and cancer treatment centers, including a visit to Advocate Childrenβs Hospital in Oak Lawn where he met with an 11-year-old patient.
The Bears' president, Kevin Warren, praised Moore's community work, stating that his efforts "clearly amplify the legacy of Walter Payton." The award is named after former Bears running back Walter Payton, who was a key figure in the team's success during the 1970s and 1980s. Payton was also known for his off-field charitable work, including his foundation which supports various children's charities.
Moore's nomination for the Walter Payton Man of the Year Award is just one recognition of his commitment to giving back to the community. His team-mates and coaches have long been impressed by his work ethic and dedication to helping others, making him a well-deserved candidate for this prestigious award.
DJ Moore, a wide receiver for the Chicago Bears, has been named team winner and nominee for the Walter Payton Man of the Year Award. The honor is given to players who excel on the field but also make an impact in their communities through extensive charity work and community engagement.
Moore's charitable efforts have been numerous this season, partnering with organizations such as the Boys & Girls Club and One Family Illinois to host back-to-school and Thanksgiving events. He has also made surprise visits to hospitals and cancer treatment centers, including a visit to Advocate Childrenβs Hospital in Oak Lawn where he met with an 11-year-old patient.
The Bears' president, Kevin Warren, praised Moore's community work, stating that his efforts "clearly amplify the legacy of Walter Payton." The award is named after former Bears running back Walter Payton, who was a key figure in the team's success during the 1970s and 1980s. Payton was also known for his off-field charitable work, including his foundation which supports various children's charities.
Moore's nomination for the Walter Payton Man of the Year Award is just one recognition of his commitment to giving back to the community. His team-mates and coaches have long been impressed by his work ethic and dedication to helping others, making him a well-deserved candidate for this prestigious award.