SANTA CLARA >> The 49ers have been all but removed from the playoff picture, which also means they’re all but removed from the postseason honors picture as well.

The hardware is for winners, as evidenced by Christian McCaffrey capturing the NFL Offensive Player of the Year last season and Nick Bosa being the Defensive Player of the Year following the 2022 season.

Tellingly, neither is in the conversation this season, mostly due to the almost absurd amount of injuries that have helped derail the 2024 season.

Quarterback Brock Purdy, fourth in last year’s MVP voting, isn’t a factor with the 49ers at 6-8.

Tight end George Kittle remains a worthy All-Pro pick, whether it be first or second team. Playing on a fractured ankle, Fred Warner hasn’t been up to his usual level but could be a reputation selection.

But left tackle Trent Williams, a first-team All-Pro the last two seasons, has seen his season affected by personal tragedy as well as injuries, and the same could be said for cornerback Charvarius Ward.

Cornerback Deommodore Lenoir merits All-Pro consideration, and his five-year, $92 million contract extension could open some eyes as to his value.

Who will bring home this year’s awards when winners are announced on Feb. 6 in New Orleans?

Here are some educated guesses . . .

MVP: Josh Allen, Buffalo

Allen may have locked things up in the Bills’ 48-42 win over Detroit on Sunday. A Most Valuable Player in every sense of the word because Buffalo would be nothing without him. Wins out over Baltimore quarterback Lamar Jackson and Detroit’s Jared Goff.

Offensive Player of the Year: Saquon Barkley, Philadelphia

The non-quarterback MVP award goes to this year’s version of McCaffrey. Cincinnati wide receiver J’Marr Chase merits a look, as does Baltimore running back Derrick Henry. Don’t rule out Allen stealing this award as well.

Defensive Player of the Year: T.J. Watt, Pittsburgh

Brother J.J. Watt won the award three times, T.J. is looking for No. 2 with 11 1/2 sacks. Going with his name recognition over sack leader Trey Hendrickson of Cincinnati (12 1/2) and Houston’s Danielle Hunter (12).

Coach of the Year: Kevin O’Connell, Minnesota

One more win and O’Connell becomes the first Vikings coach to have two 13-win seasons. His team probably plays closer to its potential than any in the NFL. The NFC North is loaded with good coaches, because Dan Campbell of Detroit and Matt LaFleur of Green Bay are also in the conversation. Dan Quinn of Washington could also be a factor.

Offensive Rookie of the Year: Jayden Daniels, Washington

Daniels has faded somewhat, but if the Commanders end up in the playoffs it will be hard to deny the No. 2 pick in the draft. Denver quarterback Bo Nix has closed the gap, and the dark horse is Raiders tight end Brock Bowers.

Defensive Rookie of the Year: Quinyon Mitchell, Philadelphia

Is it possible for a corner with no interceptions to win? Mitchell has given up just one touchdown and 390 yards passing all season. He was a first-round pick, No. 22 overall, who stepped right into the starting lineup. Outside edge rusher Jared Verse of the Rams has just 4 1/2 sacks, but 11 tackles for loss and 17 quarterback hits.

Comeback Player of the Year: Joe Burrow, Cincinnati

Burrow saw his 2023 season cut short with torn wrist ligaments. It’s not his fault the Bengals are 6-8, given his 3,977 yards passing with 36 touchdowns and eight interceptions. While it seems ludicrous to consider a rookie for this award, I’d love to see the 49ers’ Ricky Pearsall Jr. get a vote just for stepping on the field in 2024 after being shot in the chest during a robbery attempt on Aug, 31.