Last offseason, the New York Giants made a big splash in free agency when they signed linebacker Bobby Okereke to a four-year deal.
Okereke excelled in his first season in a Giants uniform — he was one of the team’s most consistent pieces and arguably the team’s best player on the defensive side of the ball.
Earlier this week, Okereke was named the winner of the Michelle Brown Toughness and Perseverance Award.
With 1,155 votes, Bobby Okereke is the recipient of the 5th Annual Michelle Brown Toughness and Perseverance Award.
Bobby persevered and showed toughness with having injuries during the season and not only never missed a game, but not a single snap! @BobbyOkereke #NYGiants pic.twitter.com/3OA29braJD
— Giants 366 (@Giants366) February 2, 2024
The award, named after a lifelong Giants fan and late mother of Giants366’s Dylan Davis, was awarded to Okereke after playing through multiple injuries and leading the team in tackles on the year.
Okereke was one of two players in the entire NFL to play every defensive snap this past season. The other was teammate Xavier McKinney.
This wasn’t the first award Okereke was nominated for during his impressive first year in Giants’ blue. Okereke’s performance this season drew conversations about him being the Giants’ best free agent acquisition in a very long time.
Despite his impressive season, Okereke was snubbed from Pro Bowl and All-Pro honors. Certainly, the Giants got something special in Okereke and clearly someone with a team-first mentality which is a big reason he took home the award.
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