2019 New Orleans Saints Awards: Team MVP, Most Improved

Some New Orleans Saints players stood out more than others, earning recognition as the Team MVP, Breakout Player of the Year, and more.

Defensive Rookie of the Year: DB C.J. Gardner-Johnson

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Gardner-Johnson was not afforded many opportunities in the early going of the season until Week 7 against the Chicago Bears. That coincided with his first career start due to a suspension to P.J. Williams. Since that game, Gardner-Johnson has been heavily relied upon in the secondary, and looks set to have an expanded role in 2020.

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