What happened: Owens called the choice fitting, saying he was genuinely angry. The weekly recognition follows the same Tyler Owens who was questionable to return with an ankle injury on Sept. 14.

Why it matters: National nods rarely single out safeties, so the scepter lifts his profile beyond defense. Availability now shapes whether he can build on it during the regular season.

What to watch: Commanders practice participation will clarify his status for the next game.