Nov 20, 2016; Santa Clara, CA, USA; New England Patriots quarterback Tom Brady (12) throws the ball against the San Francisco 49ers during the fourth quarter at Levi’s Stadium. The New England Patriots defeated the San Francisco 49ers 30-17. Photo Credit: Kelley L Cox-USA TODAY Sports
New England Patriots quarterback Tom Brady and Washington Redskins quarterback Kirk Cousin were named Offensive Player of the Week in their respective conferences, the NFL announced Wednesday.
Brady took the AFC award for his performance in the Patriots’ 30-17 victory over the San Francisco 49ers last Sunday. It is the second time this season and 27th time in Brady’s career that he has received the honors, tying Peyton Manning for most in NFL history.
Brady completed 24 of 40 passes for 280 yards with four touchdowns and no interceptions in the victory at San Francisco. It was the 21st time in his career that Brady has thrown four touchdowns without an interception.
Cousins earned the NFC award — his first of the season and the third of his career — for his performance in the Redskins’ 42-24 win against the Green Bay Packers on “Sunday Night Football” in Week 11.
Cousins was 21 of 30 for 375 yards, tied his season-high with three touchdown passes and threw no interceptions. He recorded his team-record 17th career 300-yard passing game and finished the game with a season-high 145.8 passer rating.
Pittsburgh Steelers defensive end Stephon Tuitt was named the AFC Defensive Player of the Week for his efforts in the 24-9 win over the Cleveland Browns. He recorded six tackles, 2.5 sacks and four quarterback hurries.
Minnesota Vikings cornerback Xavier Rhodes took the NFC defensive award after making two interceptions and returning his first pick 100 yards for a touchdown in the 30-24 win over the Arizona Cardinals.
Tampa Bay Buccaneers kicker Roberto Aguayo was named NFC Special Teams Player of the Week after connecting on all four of his field-goal attempts and an extra point in the 19-17 victory over the Kansas City Chiefs.
Buffalo Bills kicker Dan Carpenter took AFC special teams honor for his performance in the 16-12 win against the Cincinnati Bengals. He made three field goals, including a 54-yarder for the go-ahead points in the third quarter.
