2016 (Season 7) DEFENSIVE PLAYER OF THE YEAR
Carl Hawkins (SS) New Jersey Dragons
Drafted: 1st round, 13th overall by New Jersey81 Tackles, 3 Tackles for Loss, 3 Sacks, 4 Interceptions, 2 Defensive Touchdowns
Doyle Brady (LB) San Antonio Knights
Drafted: 1st round, 14th overall by Orlando104 Tackles, 2 Tackles for Loss, 2 Forced Fumbles, 8 Sacks, 1 Interception, 4 Pass Defenses, 9 Missed Tackles
William Donaldson (DE) Music City Kings
Drafted: 2nd round, 23rd overall by Music City48 Tackles, 16 Tackles for Loss, 1 Forced Fumble, 2 Fumble Recoveries, 12 Sacks, 1 Safety, 7 Missed Tackles
Frank Cooney (CB) Pearl Harbor
Drafted: 1st round, 9th overall by Pearl Harbor54 Tackles, 1 Fumble Recovery, 5 Interceptions, 16 Pass Defenses, 2 Defensive TDs, 1 Missed Tackle