Texas’ Colin Simmons among 12 semifinalists for 2026 Lombardi Award

Texas’ Colin Simmons among 12 semifinalists for 2026 Lombardi Award

The field includes four offensive linemen and eight defenders from three conferences. Four finalists will be announced Nov. 18.

Lauck, Pieper Named Lombardi Award Semifinalists

IOWA CITY, Iowa — University of Iowa fourth-year offensive linemen Trevor Lauck and Kade Pieper have been named 2026 Lombardi Award semifinalists, it was announced Wednesday. The award is presented to the college player who best embodies the values and spirit of legendary NFL coach Vince Lombardi. These qualities are include character, discipline and excellence […]

Ole Miss DT Will Echoles announced as semifinalist for Lombardi Award

Ole Miss defensive tackle Will Echoles has been announced as a semifinalist for the Lombardi Award. The award’s committee announced its field of 12 candidates competing to be named the most outstanding lineman or linebacker in college football. Named after the legendary five-time NFL champion and two-time Super Bowl-winning coach Vince Lombardi, the award also […]

Bulldog Duo Named Lombardi Award Semifinalists

Georgia fifth-year senior center Drew Bobo and junior linebacker Chris Cole have been included as semifinalists for the Lombardi Award given to the nation's top college linemen and linebackers who embody the discipline, character and excellence of legendary coach Vince Lombardi, according to an announcement Wednesday.

7 SEC stars named semifinalists for Lombardi Award

College football's premier conference has more than half the semifinalists for one of the sport's biggest awards.

Echoles Named Semifinalist for 2026 Lombardi Award - Ole Miss Athletics - Hotty Toddy

HOUSTON – The Lombardi Award Committee announced their 12 semifinalists for the 2026 Lombardi Award on Wednesday, selecting Ole Miss defensive lineman Will Echoles to the prestigious list. The annual award is given to the nation's top college lineman or linebacker who embodies leadership and discipline on the field.