The former University of Hawaii linebacker, who led the team in tackles in his first three seasons, despite suffering a dislocated elbow, a broken hand and dislocated shoulder throughout the course of the season.

He was placed on the injured list Dec. 14.

Tinoisamoa first dislocated his left elbow in Week 2 at San Francisco. After missing only two plays, Tinoisamoa returned to action after getting braced and taped to finish with four tackles (three solo).

In Week 4 against Detroit, Tinoisamoa dislocated the same elbow, finishing the game with six tackles (two solo) and his first sack of the season.

During practice for the Rams' Week 6 contest against Seattle, Tinoisamoa sustained a broken right hand.

He was able to play in the game, notching six tackles (three solo) and his second sack of the season, but missed the next two games.

In Week 13 against Arizona, Tinoisamoa dislocated his right shoulder, finishing the game with three tackles (two solo).

After another three-tackle game against Chicago in Week 14, Tinoisamoa was placed on the reserve/injured list.

He has since undergone right shoulder surgery.

The Ed Block Courage Award is named in honor of Ed Block, the longtime head athletic trainer of the Baltimore Colts, who was a pioneer in his profession and a respected humanitarian. 

The Courage Award recipients embody everything that is positive about professional athletes as they serve as inspirations in their locker rooms and constructive role models in their communities. They are often players who have overcome devastating injuries or tragedies in their personal lives to return to the top level of competition that is the NFL.