While these aren’t officially official – it’s not like Fletcher Cox will get some kind of legitimate trophy or plaque for it – it’s nice to see other NFC East writers acknowledge what a great player Cox has become within the last few years. ESPN’s writers that cover the four teams in the division voted Cox as being the best defensive player in the division.
Today, the Defensive Player of the Year award goes to Philadelphia Eagles defensive lineman Fletcher Cox.
Cox is a repeat selection, having won the award in 2014. In 2015 Cox was rightly named to the Pro Bowl after getting snubbed the previous year. He put up 9.5 sacks, which is not just a career high but equals his two previous best seasons combined. If the Eagles change schemes, Cox will flourish no matter where he plays.
He is strong against the run. He has shown he can get to the passer. He is the most disruptive defensive lineman in the division and one of the best in the league.
But his vote wasn’t unanimous. Dallas Cowboys linebacker Sean Lee also earned a vote.
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He’ll be even better in a 4 – 3 scheme.
And btw, you guys are kicking crossing broads ass big time.