NEW YORK (AP) – Charles Woodson and Calvin Johnson are among eight finalists for the NFL’s Art Rooney Sportsmanship Award. Joining the Raiders safety and Lions receiver are running backs Matt Forte of the Bears and Justin Forsett of the Ravens; linebacker Luke Kuechly of the Panthers; quarterback Matt Hasselbeck of the Colts; cornerback Jason McCourty of the Titans; and tackle Joe Staley of the 49ers. Each NFL team nominated one of its players for the award, which recognizes NFL players who exemplify outstanding sportsmanship on the field. The award was created last season in honor of the late founding owner of the Steelers. A panel of former players -Warrick Dunn, Curtis Martin, Karl Mecklenburg and Leonard Wheeler – chose the finalists. The winner will be revealed Feb. 6 at the NFL Honors show when The Associated Press announces its individual award winners for the 2015 season.
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