Lions offensive tackle Penei Sewell is likely set to take home a number of honors this year for his stellar play up front this season. One of those honors came Wednesday.
Sewell was named the 2024 Polynesian Pro Football Player of the Year.
“On behalf of the Polynesian Football Hall of Fame Board of Directors, we congratulate Penei on a remarkable season,” said Polynesian Football Hall of Fame Chairman Jesse Sapolu. “He stands as a true source of pride for the Polynesian community.”
Sewell is of Samoan descent, having been born in American Samoa. He has become one of the best tackles in the entire league and will likely be named to the All-Pro team very soon.
Sewell will formally be given the award on January 18 at the Polynesian Football Hall of Fame Celebration Dinner and will also be recognized at the Polynesian Bowl on January 17 in Honolulu, Hawaii.