With just one Super game to go, we look back at the NFL season that was for the USC Projans.
MVP
Clay Matthews, LB, Packers
In 15 regular season games, Matthews notched 14 total sacks, which placed him third in the NFL. He also forced two fumbles and bagged a pick-six. And of course, he has helped lead Green Bay to the precipice of greatness (3.5 sacks in the postseason). The former walk-on with the insatiable desire to attack whoever dares hold his football is a leading candidate for Defensive Player of the Year.
All-Projan
Troy Polamalu, DB, Steelers
He ranked 2nd in the NFL with 7 INTs, including a TD return, plus 63 tackles and a forced fumble as he goes for ring #3 Sunday.
Mark Sanchez, QB, Jets
Two years, two AFC Championship games. "The Sanchize" improved his numbers across the board (passed for over 3,000 yards and 17 TD).
Terrell Thomas, CB, Giants
He led all NFL corners in tackles (101) plus he snatched 5 INTs and forced 4 fumbles.
Sam Baker, LT, Falcons
The consistent anchor to Atlanta's offensive line, which allowed just 23 sacks (3rd best in the league).
Mike Williams, WR, Seahawks
Recorded a team-leading 65 catches and 751 receiving yards as the reclamation story of the year in the NFL.
Matt Cassel, QB, Chiefs
He led a remarkable turnaround in K.C. with efficient QB play (93.0 passer rating and 27 TD/7 INT ratio).
Ryan Kalil, C, Panthers
He was the backup center for the NFC in the Pro Bowl yesterday.
The Best of the Rest
Starting Offensive Linemen (Winston Justice, Eagles; "Deuce" Lutui, Cardinals; Chilo Rachal, 49ers)
Carson Palmer, QB, Bengals - 3,970 yards passing and 26 TDs
Rey Maualuga, LB, Bengals - 75 tackles, 2 INTs and a sack
Keith Rivers, LB, Bengals - 77 tackles and a sack
David Buehler, PK, Cowboys - 24/32 on FGs plus 4 from 50+ yards
Brian Cushing, LB, Texans - 76 tackles, 2 sacks and a forced fumble
Sedrick Ellis, DT, Saints - 6 sacks and 2 forced fumbles
Steve Smith, WR, Giants - 48 catches for 529 yards and 3 TDs
Lawrence Jackson, DE, Lions - 6 sacks and a forced fumble
Lofa Tatupu, LB, Seahawks - 88 tackles and a pick-six
Fred Davis, TE, Redskins - 21 receptions for 316 yards and 3 TDs
Rookie of the Year
Taylor Mays, DB, 49ers
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MVP
Clay Matthews, LB, PackersIn 15 regular season games, Matthews notched 14 total sacks, which placed him third in the NFL. He also forced two fumbles and bagged a pick-six. And of course, he has helped lead Green Bay to the precipice of greatness (3.5 sacks in the postseason). The former walk-on with the insatiable desire to attack whoever dares hold his football is a leading candidate for Defensive Player of the Year.
All-Projan
Troy Polamalu, DB, SteelersHe ranked 2nd in the NFL with 7 INTs, including a TD return, plus 63 tackles and a forced fumble as he goes for ring #3 Sunday.
Mark Sanchez, QB, Jets
Two years, two AFC Championship games. "The Sanchize" improved his numbers across the board (passed for over 3,000 yards and 17 TD).
Terrell Thomas, CB, Giants
He led all NFL corners in tackles (101) plus he snatched 5 INTs and forced 4 fumbles.
Sam Baker, LT, Falcons
The consistent anchor to Atlanta's offensive line, which allowed just 23 sacks (3rd best in the league).
Mike Williams, WR, SeahawksRecorded a team-leading 65 catches and 751 receiving yards as the reclamation story of the year in the NFL.
Matt Cassel, QB, Chiefs
He led a remarkable turnaround in K.C. with efficient QB play (93.0 passer rating and 27 TD/7 INT ratio).
Ryan Kalil, C, Panthers
He was the backup center for the NFC in the Pro Bowl yesterday.
The Best of the Rest
Starting Offensive Linemen (Winston Justice, Eagles; "Deuce" Lutui, Cardinals; Chilo Rachal, 49ers)
Carson Palmer, QB, Bengals - 3,970 yards passing and 26 TDs
Rey Maualuga, LB, Bengals - 75 tackles, 2 INTs and a sack
Keith Rivers, LB, Bengals - 77 tackles and a sack
David Buehler, PK, Cowboys - 24/32 on FGs plus 4 from 50+ yards
Brian Cushing, LB, Texans - 76 tackles, 2 sacks and a forced fumble
Sedrick Ellis, DT, Saints - 6 sacks and 2 forced fumbles
Steve Smith, WR, Giants - 48 catches for 529 yards and 3 TDs
Lawrence Jackson, DE, Lions - 6 sacks and a forced fumble
Lofa Tatupu, LB, Seahawks - 88 tackles and a pick-six
Fred Davis, TE, Redskins - 21 receptions for 316 yards and 3 TDs
Rookie of the Year
Taylor Mays, DB, 49ers
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