New York Jets rookie running back Leon Washington has been named a finalist for both the FedEx Ground Player of the Week and the Diet Pepsi NFL Rookie of the Week. Washington, a 5’8", 202-pound Florida State product, ran for 120 yards and his first two professional touchdowns on 29 attempts in the Green & White’s 31-24 victory over the Detroit Lions.
On Monday, Jets first-year head coach Eric Mangini named Washington the club’s Offensive Player of the Week. His 346 rush yards lead the Jets and he's averaging a healthy 4.9 yards per carry. Washington has also totaled 76 receiving yards on five catches.
Fans can vote Washington the Vote Diet Pepsi!Vote FedEx Ground!
Diet Pepsi NFL Rookie of the Week until 5:00 p.m. Thursday and the FedEx Ground Player of the Week until Thursday at 6:00 p.m. The winners will be announced Thursday evening.
See Official Jets Website For Voting.
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