David Tender - A7FL MVP Nominee (8.30.2026)

Story by: Gail NoblesPhoto Cover by: Gail NoblesThere are Giants in the A7FL. David Tender is one of them. And his accomplishments in the league go back beyond his 2026 MVP nomination.When you talk about the 2026 American 7s Football League, one player who deserves recognition is David Tender of the Silk City Animals.Tender is a quarterback who helped lead the Animals through an impressive 2026 campaign. Silk City finished the regular season with 5–1–1 (5 wins, 1 loss, and 1 tie) record and advanced to the Eastern Conference Championship.Tender has also made his presence known as a runner, including a spectacular 30-yard touchdown scramble where he completely evaded the defense during the season.Tender’s accomplishments in the A7FL go beyond his 2026 campaign. He was named 2024 A7FL Rookie of the Year and 2024 A7FL Offensive Player of the Year, establishing himself as one of the league’s standout players.Now, Tender has another accomplishment to add to his 2026 season: he is an official nominee for the A7FL’s 2026 MVP Award.The nomination puts Tender among a group of players being recognized by the league and its fans for their performances this season.The NFL has a long history of putting its players in the spotlight. The A7FL is building its own history—and players like David Tender are a part of it.So this is my recognition of David Tender, number 7, quarterback of the Silk City Animals—and a 2026 A7FL MVP nominee.I’m Gail Nobles. Today’s Topic: David Tender. Thank you for listening to EPS! A7FL!All about sports.