With another season completed in Division 1, there has been a lot of action covered in the past few months. From the perfect regular season of PartyCrashers to the underwhelming season from The Infantry, we have seen it all in Division 1 this winter. The playoffs start on April 25th, as every team will have a chance to win the Division 1 championship in May. I will have my previews next week, but to celebrate the regular season, I will be giving my award predictions for the Winter 2026 season. The majority of talent in this division might not be focused on individual awards compared to the lower divisions, but players should still be recognized for their performances, no matter the division they are in. With that being said, let’s get right into it.

My Winter 2026 Award Predictions

QB of the Year: Benjamin McMahon

In consideration: Jeanslee Alexis

A close race, but the numbers for Ben should win him his first Winter QB of the Year award. Even though Alexis had great numbers in his own right, McMahon led the division in TDs, yards, and fewest INTs. What makes this even more impressive is his 77% completion rate, a career high, and with it being in Division 1, it shows the growth he has gone through over the years. A player who has a lot of involvement in FPF with the day-to-day operations, but he can still sling the ball on a random evening in Brossard and deserves the credit that we all know he won’t give himself. Vultures have looked much more comfortable in Division 1 ever since getting their feet wet with the best of the best, and that started with the progression of Ben McMahon.

Receiver of the Year: Gabriel-Charles Dabe Champagne

In consideration: Kevin Donnet, Mamadi Kaba

In his young career, Gab has won championships and several individual awards, and he should be adding another WR of the Year award to his shelf. Being a winner of several Two-Way Player of the Year awards, it will be a new one if he is crowned Receiver of the Year. Gab has always played with top talent on Braves ever since he joined the group a few years ago. This season, he was the only Braves player to play all 10 games, which gave him plenty of opportunities to show how effective he can be as an offensive player, even though we all already know his talent and skillset. Gab finished the season leading the division in yards with 730, which was over 100 yards more than the next player in Donnet. Gab also led the division in TDs with 14. Even though Gab is known as a vertical threat, seeing over 18 yards per reception is crazy for a full season, and with 40 receptions on the year, having that high of a yards-per-reception average is tough to wrap your head around.

Defensive Player of the Year: DonnDre Borden

In consideration: Jeanslee Alexis, Jesse Dupuis

A very close race, as I believe this season is the closest we’ve seen, with a tie in INTs this year. Borden, Alexis, and Dupuis each have 5 INTs. I would give this award to Alexis for the two pick-sixes, but having him moved to Two-Way Player of the Year creates a close battle between Borden and Dupuis. Even though I mentioned Alexis as my vote if we are looking strictly at this award, it doesn’t mean Borden doesn’t have a case. Fins Up was always questioned when they moved to the top division last fall regarding how their defence would handle elite talent. After a tough 1–9 record last fall, Fins Up bounced back with a respectable 4–6 record this winter. Getting INTs in this division is already tough, but the game swings significantly when Borden gets a pick, especially considering no other player on the team has more than one. Mainly known as a top target for Will Power on the offensive side of the ball, receiving his first award as a defender should be more than motivating for him to continue improving into a strong two-way player.

Two-Way Player of the Year: Jeanslee Alexis

In consideration: Kevin Donnet, DonnDre Borden

Arguably, the most prestigious award is the Two-Way Player of the Year, as it shows how dominant a player can be on both sides of the ball. Even though Alexis plays more QB in Co-Ed than in the men’s division throughout his career, he has always been a player to watch when it comes to making plays on both sides. This season, his play was among the elite, and being tied for first in both INTs and pick-sixes shows his impact. On the offensive side, this winter might be his best season as a QB in the men’s division, whether it’s 5v5 or 6v6. He finished second to McMahon in TD passes with 42 and had a near 71% completion rate. As mentioned earlier, Alexis had 5 INTs and two pick-sixes. For someone who plays every snap on both sides of the ball, he surely deserves this one.

Rusher of the Year: Francois Hogue

In consideration: Kevin Donnet

Winning DPOY as a rusher is tough, especially in Division 1. The last time a rusher won DPOY in Division 1 was Francois Rocheleau back in 2018 with 23 sacks. Looking at past trends, rushers typically need at least 14+ sacks to make a real case for DPOY. With there now being an award for Rusher of the Year, Hogue is really the only true contender this season. Last year, Hogue led Division 1 with 10 sacks, and Ethan Adrian led the division with 13 sacks the year before. Hogue has consistently been at the top of the leaderboard for sacks in Division 1, and with the introduction of this award, he should be receiving it in its first year. Hogue finished this past campaign with 11 sacks, improving on his totals from previous seasons. Leading the division in sacks on one of the top defences is more than deserving of this award. Hogue has not yet won an individual award in his FPF career, so this would be a well-deserved first.

Closing Remarks

There we go with our final regular season article for Division 1. Next week, I’ll look into the Quarterfinals as underdogs try to pull off upsets in what should be an action-packed round. Remember to send your medical notes if required so you can be eligible for playoffs, and make sure your uniforms have numbers on the back. If you don’t agree with my take, I’m always open to hearing what you have to say, so don’t be shy and come talk to me. As always, if you didn’t get a chance to respond or want to be included in future pieces, you can reach me on Facebook or Instagram @keyoncyrus.