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University of Oklahoma Athletics
2025 Preseason Watch Lists
July 28, 2025 | Football
Updated Aug. 26, 2025
As the 2025 season kicks off, several Sooners are gaining national recognition on college football's most prestigious watch lists. From individual excellence to team leadership, these honors highlight the best in the game and Oklahoma is well represented. Check back throughout the preseason as more watch lists are revealed and updated.
Maxwell Award: Presented to the college player of the year by the Maxwell Football Club
Bronko Nagurski Trophy: Presented to the nation's most outstanding defensive player by the Charlotte Touchdown Club
Butkus Award: Presented to the nation's best linebacker by the Butkus Foundation
Allstate Wuerffel Trophy: Presented to the player who best combines exemplary community service with athletic and academic achievement by the Wuerffel Foundation
Lou Groza Award: Presented to the nation's top place-kicker by the Palm Beach County Sports Commission
Ray Guy Award: Presented to the college punter of the year by the Augusta (Ga.) Sports Council
Walter Camp Award: Presented to the nation's most outstanding player by the Walter Camp Football Foundation
Patrick Mannelly Award: Award given annually to the best college football long snapper
Doak Walker Award: Presented to the nation's premier running back by the PwC SMU Athletic Forum
Davey O'Brien Award: Presented to the nation's best quarterback by the Davey O'Brien Foundation
Chuck Bednarik Award: Presented annually to the defensive player of the year in college football as judged by the Maxwell Football Club
Lombardi Award: Presented annually to the nation's best lineman
Polynesian Player of the Year: Presented annually to the most outstanding college football player of Polynesian ancestry who exemplifies exceptional ability and integrity both on and off the field.
Johnny Unitas Golden Arm Award: Presented annually by the Johnny Unitas Golden Arm Educational Foundation, Inc. and A.O. Smith Corporation to the nation's top quarterback who best exemplifies character, scholastic and athletic achievement.
Earl Campbell Tyler Rose Award: Given annually to the top offensive player in DI football who also exhibits the enduring characteristics that define Earl Campbell: integrity, performance, teamwork, sportsmanship, drive, community and tenacity.
Shaun Alexander Freshman Player of the Year Award: Recognizes the exceptional performance and impact made by college football's most outstanding freshman.
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Tate Sandell | R-Jr. | K
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