According to an article written by WXXV25.com, New Orleans Saints linebacker Demario Davis was named the team's winner of the Walter Payton NFL Man of the Year Award for the third time in his career. 

"The Walter Payton NFL Man of the Year Award is the league’s most prestigious honor, recognizing players who excel on-the-field and demonstrate a steadfast commitment to creating a positive impact beyond the game." expressed the article.

"Davis and his wife, Tamela, started the Devoted Dreamers Foundation in 2013 to equip the next generation of leaders with the tools to be successful spiritually, mentally and physically. Essential to Davis’ community efforts in 2025 has been the launch of a leadership development program with The18th Ward, a local nonprofit that builds community through high-quality, affordable sports programming and workforce development for youth and families from every neighborhood from New Orleans."

Davis won the award previously in 2020 and 2022.