Tennessee Titans star defensive tackle Jeffery Simmons made his way to the NFL Honors ceremony in style.
As the team’s nominee for the Walter Payton Man of the Year award, this was already a huge honor, and Simmons has spoken openly about how honored he was to be a nominee for the second consecutive year.
The Walter Payton NFL Man of the Year Award recognizes an NFL player for outstanding community service activities off the field, as well as excellence on the field. The award is widely considered one of the league’s most prestigious honors.
From #SuperBowl : @JellyRoll615 joined @Titans DL @GrindSimmons94 on the Red Carpet at NFL Honors. pic.twitter.com/1JFFcVkBJK
— Jim Wyatt (@jwyattsports) February 7, 2025
On Thursday, Simmons was escorted on the red carpet by none other than superfan Jelly Roll.
From #SuperBowlLIX: @JellyRoll615 explains why he went to NFL Honors to support @Titans DL @GrindSimmons94.
Simmons said the gesture “meant the world” to him.
— Jim Wyatt (@jwyattsports) February 7, 2025
“Having Jelly Roll here (in support) is big. It’s not just big for me, it’s big for the Titans.” Simmons said prior to the event.
This was a big moment for both Jelly Roll and Simmons, as they got a chance to show the world what #TitanUp stands for. Simmons does a tremendous amount of work with his Give Em A Reason Foundation by hosting giveback initiatives as part of the nonprofit’s mission to serve others through youth empowerment and self-esteem-building opportunities.
Unfortunately, Simmons did not take home the award, which went to Jacksonville Jaguars’ Arik Armstead. But that won’t stop him from making an impact in and around the Nashville area for years to come.