Joe Burrow

Awards & Honours

Awards Won

Honours

Records

Joe Burrow's career is rich with significant accolades that highlight his exceptional talent and leadership. Winning the Heisman Trophy in 2019, alongside leading LSU to a national championship, marked one of the most dominant individual seasons in college football history. This achievement set the stage for his professional journey, where he quickly became the face of an NFL franchise. His ability to bounce back from serious injury is particularly noteworthy, earning him the NFL Comeback Player of the Year award twice, a rare distinction that underscores his resilience and determination.Beyond individual honors, Burrow has been instrumental in transforming the Cincinnati Bengals. He ended the team's decades-long playoff win drought and guided them to a Super Bowl appearance, revitalizing the franchise and its fanbase. His leadership has fostered a winning culture, leading to the Bengals' first consecutive division titles. These achievements demonstrate his impact not just as a player, but as a catalyst for team success and a beloved figure in the sport.

AwardsJoe Burrow has earned an impressive collection of awards throughout his collegiate and professional career. His most prominent college honor was the Heisman Trophy in 2019, recognizing him as the most outstanding player in college football. That same year, he collected the Davey O'Brien Award, Maxwell Award, Walter Camp Award, and Johnny Unitas Golden Arm Award, sweeping the major quarterback and player honors. In the NFL, he stands out as a two-time recipient of the NFL Comeback Player of the Year award, first in 2021 and again in 2024, a testament to his resilience after injuries.

Honours & Distinctions

James J. Corbett Award

Greater New Orleans Sports Awards Committee·2020

Louisiana Amateur Athlete of the Year (2019-20)

Ohio's Mr. Football

Ohio High School Athletic Association·2014

Recognized as the top high school football player in Ohio

Records & Feats

Richest NFL Contract by Annual Value (at the time)

Career Milestone·2023

Signed a five-year, $275 million contract extension with the Cincinnati Bengals in 2023, which at the time set a new record for annual average value in the NFL.

First Consecutive Division Titles in Franchise History

Team Achievement·2023

Led the Cincinnati Bengals to back-to-back AFC North division titles, a first for the franchise.

Longest Active Playoff Drought Ended

Team Achievement·2021

Quarterbacked the Cincinnati Bengals to their first playoff victory since 1990, ending the longest active drought in major North American sports.

Record Margin for Heisman Trophy Win

College Football·2019

Won the Heisman Trophy by a record margin in 2019, receiving 2,608 points, the highest ever at the time.