Texans veteran linebacker Kamu Grugier-Hill has been named the annual Good Guy award winner in balloting from the Houston chapter of the Pro Football Writers of America.
Thomas was given the award for his professionalism, candor and cooperation with the media.
Last year's winner was safety Michael Thomas.
"Awesome, thank you," said Grugier-Hill, a former New England Patriots sixth-round draft pick who has recorded a career-high 101 tackles, three sacks, 12 tackles for losses, five quarterback hits, two forced fumble and one interception he returned 82 yards, after being told he had won the award. "That's always a good rep, appreciate that."