Buffalo is home for Dion Dawkins, something the offensive tackle knew his first season with the Bills. It's not just about his work on the field, though. Recognizing his commitment to his community, the Buffalo Bills selected Dawkins as their Club Winner for the 2025 Walter Payton Man of the Year Award.

This prestigious honor recognizes an NFL player from one of the 32 clubs for his excellence on and off the field. It marks Dawkins' fourth consecutive year being nominated as the Bills Walter Payton Man of the Year.

Since being drafted in 2017, Dawkins became a cornerstone of the Bills. Before the start of the 2025 season, he earned a Top 50 spot on the NFL Network's Top 100 Players at No. 42. Dawkins is also a four-time Pro Bowl selection and won the NFL's Protector of the League Award.

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