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(AP) — Saints coach Sean Payton spent the first part of Monday urging playershttp://www.neworleanssaintsteamonline.com/vonn-bell-jersey and his own coaching staff to acknowledge everything they did wrong heading into aCoach Sean Payton gives day-after assessment of New Orleans Saints'Today has got to be a day where we're willing to shoulder and not deflect'Alvin Kamara's workload vs. Bucs didn't go as planned | NOLA.comRunning back only rushed eight times despite playing a career-high number of snaps.Saints get to work fixing technique issues after tough film study | NOLA.comPayton on defensive film: 'There weren't a lot of positives'NFL Week 2 odds: New Orleans Saints heavy favorites despite loss | NOLA.comTake a look at the NFL's Week 2 oddsSaints score 40, and still lose in unprecedented fashion to Tampa Bay – The AthleticThe Saints' offense proved that it can still be one of the best in the NFL. But the defense? It's going to need some work.Saints' Payton focuses on accountability after stunning loss | Football | stltoday.comMETAIRIE, La. (AP) — Saints coach Sean Payton spent the first part of Monday urging players and his own coaching staff to acknowledge everything they did wrong heading into aCoach Sean Payton gives day-after assessment of New Orleans Saints'Today has got to be a day where we're willing to shoulder and not deflect'Alvin Kamara's workload vs. Bucs didn't go as planned | NOLA.comRunning back only rushed eight times despite playing a career-high number of snaps.Saints get to work fixing technique issues after tough film study | NOLA.comPayton on defensive film: 'There weren't a lot of positives'NFL Week 2 odds: New Orleans Saints heavy favorites despite loss | NOLA.comTake a look at the NFL's Week 2 oddsSaints Off The Field:Saints players attend Kenner rally protesting Nike ban: report | NOLA.comCam Jordan and Terron Armstead were interviewed at Susan Park Playground Monday afternoon.Around The League/Twitter: Julius Peppers, Von Miller and Vernon Davis are among the 32 nominees announced Thursday for the NFL's Walter Payton Man of the Year award.Unlike in the past, when three finalists were selected before a recipient was chosen, one player from every NFL team is a finalist. All will be recognized and participate in NFL functions during Super Bowl week. The Man of the Year will be revealed at NFL Honors http://www.neworleanssaintsteamonline.com/tyeler-davison-jersey , when The Associated Press' individual NFL awards are announced Feb. 2 in Atlanta.The Man of the Year is honored for outstanding community service off the field as well as excellence on it. It was established in 1970 and renamed in 1999 for the Hall of Fame running back."The Man of the Year Award gives us the opportunity to acknowledge 32 exemplary players whose commitment to excellence extends on and off the field," NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell said. "This year's nominees have used their platforms to transform communities across the country. We are proud of their work and celebrate their dedication and impact through this award."A total of $500,000 will be donated in the name of the 2018 recipient, with $250,000 going to Character Playbook, the NFL and United Way's digital character education program. An additional donation of $250,000 will be made to the charity of his choice.The other 31 finalists will receive a donation of $50 Authentic Patrick Robinson Jersey ,000 in their name to expand Character Playbook, and an additional donation of up to $50,000 to their charity of choice. All donations are courtesy of the NFL Foundation, United Way Worldwide, and Nationwide, the presenter of the Walter Payton Award."There's nothing like being able to make a difference amongst those who are seeking empowerment and those who yearn to be inspired," Davis said. "If I can encourage our youth to explore and do whatever it is they aspire to do http://www.neworleanssaintsteamonline.com/thomas-morstead-jersey , from painting to playing the flute, that fills my heart with joy and motivates me to do even more. Making a change one day at a time is what I live for."Jets nominee Kelvin Beachum was awed to be connected with Payton."It's a tremendous honor," the offensive tackle said. "Just the name Walter Payton, he's the gold standard. What he did off the field and on the field, his excellence is bar none, top in history. So to be mentioned in the same name and the same breath as him, it's truly humbling."The five current players who have won the award 鈥?Drew Brees Womens Ryan Ramczyk Jersey , Thomas Davis, Larry Fitzgerald, Eli Manning and J.J. Watt 鈥?wear a Man of the Year patch on their jerseys. All 2018 finalists will wear a Man of the Year helmet decal beginning this week through the end of the season."Being nominated for Man of the Year is an accomplishment," Falcons defensive tackle Grady Jarrett said. "Giving back and making an impact on people's lives in a real way is very important to me."The finalists:Arizona Cardinals: Antoine BetheaAtlanta Falcons: Grady JarrettBaltimore Ravens: Brandon CarrBuffalo Bills: Lorenzo AlexanderCarolina Panthers: Julius PeppersChicago Bears: Trey BurtonCincinnati Bengals: Carlos DunlapCleveland Browns: Christian KirkseyDallas Cowboys: Dak PrescottDenver Broncos: Von MillerDetroit Lions: Matthew StaffordGreen Bay Packers: Kenny ClarkHouston Texans: Whitney MercilusIndianapolis Colts: Jabaal SheardJacksonville Jaguars: Blake BortlesKansas City Chiefs: Dustin ColquittLos Angeles Chargers: Corey LiugetLos Angeles Rams: Andrew WhitworthMiami Dolphins: Kenny StillsMinnesota Vikings: Kyle RudolphNew England Patriots: Devin McCourtyNew Orleans Saints: Mark IngramNew York Giants: Michael ThomasNew York Jets: Kelvin BeachumOakland Raiders: Marshawn LynchPhiladelphia Eagles: Chris LongPittsburgh Steelers: Cameron HeywardSan Francisco 49ers: Robbie GouldSeattle Seahawks: K.J. WrightTampa Bay Buccaneers: Gerald McCoyTennessee Titans: Jurrell CaseyWashington Redskins: Vernon Davis