Former San Jose State lineman David Quessenberry, who has battled cancer for nearly three years, has been named the winner of the NFL’s 2017 Halas Award.

The 26-year-old Quessenberry, who is back with the Houston Texans after completing chemotherapy in April, will receive the annual award given to the player, coach or staff member who overcomes the most adversity to succeed.

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Bay Area TV Sports: What to watch on Monday-Tuesday Quessenberry was diagnosed with non-Hodgkins T lymphoblastic lymphoma three years ago and has been undergoing treatments since then. He returned to practice two weeks ago in his on-field battle to make the Texans squad as a backup offensive lineman.

Other finalists for the award were Patriots quarterback Tom Brady, Ravens tight end Dennis Pitta, Dolphins defensive end Cameron Wake and Giants’ defensive end Jason Pierre-Paul.

The award, which was originated in 1969 and is voted on by the Pro Football Writers of America, is named after Hall of Fame coach George Halas.