2014 NFL Award Predictions

Here are my predictions for the NFL Awards this season.

MVP: Drew Brees, Quarterback, New Orleans Saints: I predicted that the Saints would have the best regular season record, and that is not the only reason why I believe Brees takes home the award. I believe Brees will have a season similar to Broncos quarterback Peyton Manning had last season, except I think Brees won't throw as many touchdown passes as Manning did, but I do think Brees breaks the single season passing yards record.

Offensive Player of the Year: Drew Brees, Quarterback, New Orleans Saints: Same reasons as above.

Defensive Player of the Year: JJ Watt, Defensive End, Houston Texans: Watt is the leagues best defensive player, and he will show it this season. Watt and teammate Jadeveon Clowney will dominate in Houston's defensive front. Watt is poised for a big season after signing a big contract extension that doesn't kick in until next season.

Coach of the Year: Jim Harbaugh, San Francisco 49ers: Many people expect San Francisco to take a step back. I believe they will miss the players that are out significant periods of time whether that's because of suspension or injury, but at the same time I think they'll find their way back to the postseason and that's why Harbaugh should win this award for the second time in four years.

Comeback Player of the Year: Von Miller, Linebacker, Denver Broncos: Miller missed most of last season with a six game suspension and a torn ACL. Denver's defense was not great last season and Denver did everything they could to improve the defense. Miller was certainly missed for most of the season last year and look for him to bounce back and have a big year.

Offensive Rookie of the Year: Carlos Hyde, Running Back, San Francisco 49ers: How about a sleeper pick? I got one! Running back Frank Gore's game is declining, so I believe Hyde will get a ton of carries on this San Francisco offense and he will have a huge impact on this offense. The favorite for this award is New Orleans's Brandin Cooks, but fella receiver Marques Colston and tight end Jimmy Graham will be featured more than Cooks. That is part of why I like Hyde to take home the honors over Cooks.

Defensive Rookie of the Year: Jadeveon Clowney, Linebacker, Houston Texans: There's no question that Clowney is the best rookie in this class. I believe he will break the single-season rookie sack record which leads to Clowney to this award.