Woodson wins NFL Defensive POY

Charles Woodson of the Green Bay Packers, tied for the league lead with nine interceptions, returning three for touchdowns, was named NFL Defensive Player of the Year, receiving 28 first place votes from a nationwide panel of 50 sports writers and broadcasters who cover the NFL.  Jets CB Darrelle Revis was second with 14 first place votes.

Upon hearing the news, Coach Ryan congratulated the 14 writers who voted for Revis, stating that they understood the game of football.