FLOWERY BRANCH — Falcons fullback Patrick DiMarco was named the team's nominee for the 2015 Walter Payton NFL Man of the Year.
DiMarco, a four-year veteran, is receiving this honor for the first time.
“When guys have the chance to give back and the impact they could have on the community that they’re in, I think it speaks volumes for our whole organization and what we want to stand for,” Coach Dan Quinn said in a statement. “And I couldn’t think of a more perfect role model for our community than Pat.”
DiMarco has participated in and led countless children’s hospital visits, supported the Rally Foundation (a local childhood cancer research foundation), participated in multiple fundraisers for mentally challenged children, supported the Children’s Miracle Network, traveled across the state of Georgia to lead Atlanta Falcons Moms Football Safety Clinics, participated in annual breast cancer awareness events, PLAY 60 events and has a desire for helping those in need, specifically military members and their families.
DiMarco also recently hosted a Thanksgiving Dinner along with teammate Jacob Tamme for the 125 men from the Atlanta Mission. This night included a night of dinner, dancing and enjoyment by all of those who attended.
“It was an experience I will never forget for the rest of my life. I was just glad to be there and hang with the guys, party and have a good time,” DiMarco said.
DiMarco will be honored at the annual Atlanta Falcons Community Honors Dinner on Tuesday, December 15 at Ventanas in Atlanta.
“It’s such an honor to receive this award,” DiMarco said. “I’ve been very blessed with a great opportunity to have a platform like this to give back.”
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