Detroit Lions linebacker Alex Anzalone has been named the NFC Defensive Player of the Week for the first time in his career, the league announced on Wednesday, November 4, 2026.
Alex Anzalone Earns First NFC Defensive Player of the Week Award

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Detroit Lions linebacker Alex Anzalone has been named the NFC Defensive Player of the Week for the first time in his career, the league announced on Wednesday, November 4, 2026.