C.J. Ham Nominated for Walter Payton Man of the Year Award for 2nd Straight Season

The award is given to a player that has made a significant impact in their community.

EAGAN, Minn.- Duluth native and Vikings fullback C.J. Ham has once again been nominated by the team for the Walter Payton Man of the Year Award.

The award is given to a player that has made a significant impact in their community.

Ham is one of 32 players up for the award with each team represented.

So far this season, he’s played in six of the 12 games for the Vikings.

The winner will be announced on February 5th, 2026 at the NFL Honors event.