Cornerback Jalen Ramsey is the winner of the 2025 NFL Way to Play Award for Week 1.

This is the eighth year for the award, which recognizes NFL players who exemplify proper technique to make impactful plays.

Ramsey, who was acquired this offseason via a trade with the Miami Dolphins, won the award for his play breaking up Justin Fields' pass to Garrett Wilson on the Jets final play of the game.

"Crucial play in the fourth quarter," said Troy Vincent, NFL Executive Vice President of Football Operations. "Got to have it play by the offense. Really got to have it play for the defense too.

"Being your best when your best is required.

"Zone coverage. Jalen sees the play unfold. He is looking at the quarterback, Fields, and he makes a great tackle, great heads up play. Shoulder in, head out

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