The nominees for the Pro Football Writers of America’s annual Off-Field Awards were announced Tuesday, with former Ravens executive vice president of public and community relations Kevin Byrne and current tight ends coach Bobby Engram among the individuals up for consideration.
Byrne, who retired in May after spending nearly 40 years with Art Modell’s Cleveland Browns franchise and then the Ravens, is a nominee for the Jack Horrigan Award, given to a league or club official for their qualities and professional style in helping the pro football writers do their job.
The Ravens are also one of five nominees for the Pete Rozelle Award, which honors a public relations staff that consistently strives for excellence in its dealings and relationships with the media.
Engram, who was a wide receiver in the NFL for 14 years and has been a member of the Ravens’ staff since 2014, is a nominee for the George Halas Award, awarded to an NFL player, coach or staff member who overcomes the most adversity to succeed. Engram’s daughter, Bobbi, died in 2018 at the age of 20 from complications of sickle cell disease. He has since helped institute the Bobbi Engram Foundation to fund sickle cell research.
Balloting is underway through June 19 and the final results will be announced beginning June 22.