Patriots CB Stephon Gilmore named AP NFL Defensive Player of the Year

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Patriots

Stephon Gilmore is your 2019 AP NFL Defensive Player of the Year.

The New England Patriots' star cornerback earned the honor for the first time in his career Saturday. He becomes the fifth cornerback ever to win the award and the first to do so since Charles Woodson in 2009.

DPOY on (Gilly) LOCK!

Congratulations, @BumpNrunGilm0re: https://t.co/XeeeBb69Cy pic.twitter.com/GczC4GI9dG
— New England Patriots (@Patriots) February 1, 2020

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Gilmore tied for the NFL lead in interceptions with six and also topped the league in pass breakups (20). The three-time Pro Bowler was a key part of a Patriots defense that was spectacular for most of the season. New England led the league with a +21 turnover differential, as well as in total defense (275.9 yards per game) and scoring defense (14.1 points allowed per game).

Before taking home the AP NFL Defensive Player of the Year award, Gilmore was also recognized as the league's best defensive player by his NFL peers and the Pro Football Writers of America.

Perry: Who might be under center for Pats in 2020?