HOUSTON - The Houston Texans have selected DE Dylan Horton as the 2024 Ed Block Courage Award winner. Recipients of the prestigious award are selected by a vote by their peers to recognize the superb efforts both on and off the field and their ability to overcome great adversity. After overcoming a battle with Stage 4 Hodgkin's lymphoma that sidelined him for much of his rookie season, Horton returned to the field in October 2024 for the first time after completing treatment and becoming cancer-free. Selected in the fourth round (109th overall) of the 2023 NFL Draft, Horton has appeared in 21 games, totaling 21 tackles, four quarterback hits, one tackle for loss and one fumble recovery.
The Houston Texans have selected DE Dylan Horton as the 2024 Ed Block Courage Award winner. Recipients are selected by a vote of their teammates to recognize extra efforts both on and off the field and their ability to overcome great adversity.
An August 21st, 2024 image from the Make-A-Wish Training Camp visit at NRG Stadium in Houston, TX.
An August 21st, 2024 image from the Make-A-Wish Training Camp visit at NRG Stadium in Houston, TX.
An image from the October 20th, 2024 Week 7 away game against the Green Bay Packers at Lambeau Field in Green Bay, WI. The Texans lost 22-24.
An image from the November 10th, 2024 Week 10 home game against the Detroit Lions at NRG Stadium in Houston, TX. The Texans lost 23-26.
An image from the October 31st, 2024 Week 9 away game against the New York Jets at MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford, NJ. The Texans lost 13-21.
A September 10th, 2024 image from Reading With The Pros at Law Elementary in Houston, TX.
An image from the November 24th, 2024 Week 12 home game against the Tennessee Titans at NRG Stadium in Houston, TX. The Texans lost 27-32.
A September 10th, 2024 image from Reading With The Pros at Law Elementary in Houston, TX.
An August 21st, 2024 image from the Make-A-Wish Training Camp visit at NRG Stadium in Houston, TX.
An August 21st, 2024 image from the Make-A-Wish Training Camp visit at NRG Stadium in Houston, TX.
A September 10th, 2024 image from Reading With The Pros at Law Elementary in Houston, TX.
An image from the November 10th, 2024 Week 10 home game against the Detroit Lions at NRG Stadium in Houston, TX. The Texans lost 23-26.
An image from the Dec. 9, 2024 Jon Weeks community development event.
An image from the Dec. 9, 2024 Jon Weeks community development event.
An image from the December 10th, 2024 Inspire Change Grant at NRG Stadium in Houston, TX.
An image from the December 19th, 2024 Houston Texans Legends Holiday Bike Giveaway at NRG Stadium in Houston, TX.
An image from the November 18th, 2024 Week 11 away game against the Dallas Cowboys at AT&T Stadium in Arlington, TX. The Texans won 34-10.
An image from the November 18th, 2024 Week 11 away game against the Dallas Cowboys at AT&T Stadium in Arlington, TX. The Texans won 34-10.
An image from the November 18th, 2024 Week 11 away game against the Dallas Cowboys at AT&T Stadium in Arlington, TX. The Texans won 34-10.
An image from the November 24th, 2024 Week 12 home game against the Tennessee Titans at NRG Stadium in Houston, TX. The Texans lost 27-32.
An image from the December 10th, 2024 Inspire Change Grant at NRG Stadium in Houston, TX.
An image from the December 1st, 2024 Week 13 away game against the Jacksonville Jaguars at EverBank Stadium in Jacksonville, FL. The Texans won 23-20.
An image from the December 1st, 2024 Week 13 away game against the Jacksonville Jaguars at EverBank Stadium in Jacksonville, FL. The Texans won 23-20.
An image from the December 21st, 2024 regular season week 16 away game against the Kansas City Chiefs at Arrowhead Stadium in Kansas City, MO. The Texans lost 19-27.
The Ed Block Courage Award, established in 1984 and given to one player from every NFL team, honors players who exemplify commitment to the principles of sportsmanship and courage. It has become one of the league's most prestigious awards that a player can receive because it marks the only NFL award that is chosen solely by a vote of his peers. This year's winner will continue the annual tradition of traveling to Baltimore to receive their trophy at a gala in their honor and visit the Ed Block Courage House. The Ed Block Courage House is a facility that provides support and quality care for abused children and their families in the community. Block served as the longtime head athletic trainer for the former Baltimore Colts, and in addition to being a pioneer in athletic training, was passionate about causes that support children.
HOUSTON'S ED BLOCK COURAGE AWARD WINNERS:
| YEAR | NAME |
|---|---|
| 2024 | DE Dylan Horton |
| 2023 | WR John Metchie III |
| 2022 | CB Tavierre Thomas |
| 2021 | OL Justin Britt |
| 2020 | ILB Dylan Cole |
| 2019 | S Justin Reid |
| 2018 | S Andre Hal |
| 2017 | T Derek Newton |
| 2016 | T Duane Brown |
| 2015 | DE/OLB Jadeveon Clowney |
| 2014 | G David Quessenberry |
| 2013 | ILB Brian Cushing |
| 2012 | QB Matt Schaub |
| 2011 | ILB DeMeco Ryans |
| 2010 | TE Joel Dreessen |
| 2009 | LB Zac Diles |
| 2008 | WR Harry Williams |
| 2007 | DE Anthony Weaver |
| 2006 | LB Kailee Wong |
| 2005 | WR Jabar Gaffney |
| 2004 | DT Seth Payne |
| 2003 | CB Aaron Glenn |
| 2002 | CB Jason Bell |
