🏈 UA players win Butkus, Bednarik, Outland, Nagurski, and (UPDATE: Allen wins Lombardi)

[rick4bama]

Well he going to have to get a bigger trophy case. He got three more three here(I HOPE!!)!!

 

[TUSKtimes]

Jalen Hurts again featured on the cover of one of the four special issues for the CFP.

In case you missed the first one earlier this month.

 

[TUSKtimes]

Jalen Hurts and Jonah Williams 2016 freshman All-Americans

The full list of SEC freshmen honored by Pro Football Focus includes:

• Jalen Hurts, QB, Alabama
• Benny Snell, RB, Kentucky
• Isaac Nauta, TE, Georgia
• Jonah Williams, OT, Alabama
• Jawaan Taylor, OT, Florida
• David Reese, LB, Florida
• Jaylon Jones, CB, Ole Miss

Hurts and Williams are key components in undefeated Alabama’s offense. The Crimson Tide will need them to continue their strong seasons in order to make a run at a second-straight national championship.

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[ComeOnSon]

Have they given out the Lombardi yet? I know Allen was/is a finalist.

 

[TUSKtimes]

Media Contact: RoShelle Salinas
Salinas Solutions
roshelle@salinassolutions.com
281-509-1682​

Rotary Lombardi Award Announces​

Four Finalists​

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HOUSTON (December 14, 2016) – The four finalists for the Rotary Lombardi Award were announced today and for the first time includes a quarterback, along with two defensive ends and a linebacker. The award ceremony, to be held at the Houston hobby Center, Saturday, February 11, 2017, will announce the final winner who best demonstrates outstanding performance and skill in their position and best exemplifies the discipline, virtue and wisdom that defined Vincent Lombardi's exceptional brand of leadership.

Final Four Rotary Lombardi Award Candidates:

Name
Position
University​

Jonathan Allen
DE
Alabama
Lamar Jackson
QB
Louisville
Jabrill Peppers
LB/DB
Michigan
Myles Garrett
DE
Texas A & M​

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[rick4bama]

OK! Which team got the Linemen award, the one that is a big one?

 

[OldPlayer]

OK! Which team got the Linemen award, the one that is a big one?

Iowa
Home

 

[planomateo]

Jonathan Allen won the Lombardi Award.

 

[TerryP]

OK! Which team got the Linemen award, the one that is a big one?

Iowa
Home

That confused the hell out of me. 128 teams, right? 88th in sacks allowed. 124th in total first downs. 121st in total offense. 95th in scoring offense.

Need I continue or are you sufficiently confused?

 

[EasyTider]

That confused the hell out of me. 128 teams, right? 88th in sacks allowed. 124th in total first downs. 121st in total offense. 95th in scoring offense.

Need I continue or are you sufficiently confused?

I have the confused

 

[rick4bama]

That confused the hell out of me. 128 teams, right? 88th in sacks allowed. 124th in total first downs. 121st in total offense. 95th in scoring offense.

Need I continue or are you sufficiently confused?

Which team do you think should have won this?

 

[TerryP]

Which team do you think should have won this?

I don't know, Ricky. I see this award almost like the big ole boot they give to the winner of the LSU vs Arkansas game--made up rivalry with a useless trophy.

Last year was the first year of the award. Bama won it, was a finalist this season as well, but that has nothing to do with my impression of this award.

Last year Notre Dame was one of the finalist. That caught my eye especially given their four win season. Michigan State was there, Arkasas was as well. Iowa snuck in last year with one or two other teams.

Iowa got it this season largely due to their injuries. They had a different OL starting in 80% of their games as I recall. It's a nice, feel-good story. Bottom line remains they were playing 2's and 3's and their production was piss poor.

I guess it all boils down to what this means:

The award annually recognizes the nation’s Most Outstanding Offensive Line Unit that best displays Toughness, Effort, Teamwork, Consistency, Technique, and “Finishing”.

 

[rick4bama]

You know what @TerryP some of these awards that are giving out, I'm like :headscratch: my head wondering why? Thanks for your input, I come here to really get all my news on Bama sports and those other team here first.