Dec. 11--Chicago Bears safety Ryan Mundy was announced Thursday morning as the 2014 recipient of the Good Guy Award, presented by the Chicago chapter of the Pro Football Writers of America.
Mundy was given the honor based on his professionalism, courtesy and respect dealing with the media this season.
"It's something I'm proud of," Mundy said. "Being there for the media is particularly important with the season we are having so we can help tell the story. If no one says anything, writers are left to write whatever they think is going on. The message can get distorted. I've tried to give perspective on where we are as a team. That was my role, one of my responsibilities I took on this year."
Mundy joined the Bears in March in free agency and has started all 13 games this season. He has 85 tackles and shares the team lead in interceptions with three. Mundy's first pick of the season came in Week 3, one he returned 45 yards for a touchdown to jumpstart a win over the New York Jets.
Mundy's locker room presence and professionalism this season has been noticed.
"I'm trying to set an example for some of the young guys on how to communicate and be respectful and mindful," he said.
The Bears' 2013 recipient of the Good Guy Award was quarterback Josh McCown.
