Michael Penix may only be one of many rookies looking to make the National Football League, but he’s a member of a deep quarterback class that could turn out to be one of the most exciting rookie classes in recent memory.
While Michael Penix isn’t likely to be drafted at the top of the draft, he’s talented enough to transform any NFL franchise that can maximize his talents. He’s proven himself to be capable enough to win a big award that will only add to his already impressive draft stock.
Michael Penix wins Seattle Sports Star of the Year
Seattle Times columnist Mike Vorel, who was present during the 89th Sports Star of the Year Awards, saw the award be given to the Washington QB:
The men’s Seattle Sports Star of the Year, Michael Penix Jr. pic.twitter.com/yi4EvWReGY
— Mike Vorel (@mikevorel) February 16, 2024
The list of players he beat to win the award is as impressive as the fact. He took home the award over UW teammate Rome Odunze, Seattle Sounders goalkeeper Stefan Frei, Seattle Mariners shortstop J.P. Crawford, and Seattle Kraken center Matty Beiners.
Penix shares his thoughts on what it personally means to beat such players for the award, as reported by Seattle Times’ Shane Lantz:
“It means a lot,” Penix said. “Those names … they’ve all been great for the city, and they’ve been doing a lot of great things in their respective sports, and I’m just super blessed to be able to be a part of it as well.”
Michael Penix’s award is well deserved after leading the Huskies into a College Football Championship final against Michigan. He finished his last year of football with an impressive 4903 passing yards, 36 passing touchdowns, and 11 interceptions on a 157.1 pass efficiency rating.
While this award is impressive, it may not be enough for him to overtake QBs such as Caleb Williams, Drake Maye, and Bo Nix. His health is the biggest red flag that leaves rebuilding NFL teams hesitant to invest a high draft pick on him.
The NFL Combine is the quickest way Michael Penix can change the minds of NFL scouts about him, but the award should be a huge bonus for any interviews he’ll have throughout the draft process.
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