The Sporting News has announced newly hired Indianapolis Colts general manager Ryan Grigson has been named NFL Executive of the Year.
Grigson won by a 9-8 vote of a panel of league in a close vote (9-8) ahead of Denver Broncos executive vice president John Elway. Seattle Seahawks general manager John Schneider had three votes, followed by Washington Washington Football Team executive VP/GM Bruce Allen and Houston Texans GM/executive VP Rick Smith with two apiece.
The Sporting News award is recognized as preeminent honor.
Congratulations to Ryan Grigson!