NFC North: Midseason Awards
By Tooch
Oct 26, 2014; London, UNITED KINGDOM; Detroit Lions defensive tackle Ndamukong Suh (90) sacks Atlanta Falcons quarterback Matt Ryan (2) during the first half of the game between the Detroit Lions and the Atlanta Falcons at Wembley Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Steve Flynn-USA TODAY Sports
NFC North Defensive MVP: Ndamukong Suh, Detroit Lions
This was another easy one. Suh is hands down one of the most dominant and intimidating defensive players in the NFC North, and the entire league as well. He is the leader of a Lions defensive unit that is number one in the league in total defense and has yielded a measly 74 rushing yards per game. While the Lions’ offense has been inconsistent at times, the defense remains steady and has helped Detroit to an NFC North-leading 6-2 record so far this season. Suh is the single most important player on the Lions defense and is well on his way to another Pro Bowl nomination.
Honorable Mention: Everson Griffen, Minnesota Vikings