Miami Dolphins fullback Alec Ingold is the team’s nominee for Walter Payton Man of the Year honors, the NFL announced Thursday.
Ingold, 28, joined the Dolphins as a free agent in 2022 after beginning his career with the Oakland/Las Vegas Raiders. Last season, he earned Pro Bowl honors for the first time in his career.
Since joining the Dolphins, Ingold has brought his philanthropic efforts to South Florida, focusing much of his efforts to help children in the child welfare system. The Ingold Family Foundation, founded in 2022, seeks to empower underserved youth in the community.
Ingold was also the Dolphins’ Walter Payton Man of the Year nominee last year, as well as in 2020 while with the Raiders.
“Alec continues to be an incredible example of what we want Dolphins players to exemplify on the field, in the locker room and in the community, and we couldn’t be prouder to recognize him as our Walter Payton NFL Man of the Year nominee once again,” Dolphins general manager Chris Grier said in a statement. ‘His commitment and dedication to all he does sets him apart, and his passion for making an impact on kids, especially those who can find inspiration in his own story, is truly remarkable. When Alec’s football journey comes to an end, his impact will continue to carry on – and that is the greatest legacy a player can leave on the game and on the community.”
Dolphins defensive lineman Calais Campbell previously won the award while a member of the Jacksonville Jaguars.
The winner will be announced at NFL Honors, which will be held days ahead of Super Bowl LIX in February.
