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Vikings' CJ Ham Nominated for Walter Payton Award
15 Dec
Summary
- CJ Ham nominated for Walter Payton Man of the Year.
- Ham's foundation empowers students through educational support.
- He aims to join Madieu Williams as a Vikings award winner.

The NFL's annual Walter Payton Man of the Year award recognizes exceptional community service alongside athletic achievement. This year, the Minnesota Vikings have nominated fullback CJ Ham for this distinguished honor. This marks Ham's second consecutive nomination, highlighting his consistent commitment to making a positive impact.
Ham's philanthropic efforts are centered around his foundation, which is dedicated to helping students overcome financial barriers to pursue higher education. His involvement extends to supporting the Boys & Girls Clubs and participating in charity events that memorialize his late mother, further demonstrating his dedication to service.
With this nomination, CJ Ham aims to achieve a significant milestone for the Vikings franchise. He hopes to emulate the success of Madieu Williams, who previously won the award in 2010, and become only the second player in the team's history to receive this esteemed recognition.




