The award is given to a player on every team that exemplifies courage.
CLEVELAND -- Linebacker Eric Barton, who has come back strong from a neck injury that sidelined him the last eight games in 2009, was named the Browns recipient of the Ed Block Courage Award.
Barton's career could have been in jeopardy following the neck injury last year. But he responded this season by playing in all 12 games and starting in 10. He is sixth on the team with 50 tackles and also has a fumble recoverey.
Each of the 32 NFL teams name a player who exemplies courage, compassion, commitment and community service. All winners are honored at an event in Baltimore in March. The award is named after the former trainer of the Baltimore Colts.