National Awards
Distinguished American AwardPresented by the National Football Foundation and College Hall of Fame to the person who over a long period of time has exhibited leadership and who has made significant contributions to the betterment of amateur football in America. The first presentation was made in 1966.
Heisman Memorial TrophyAwarded annually to the outstanding college football player in the United States by the Downtown Athletic Club of New York. The first selection was made in 1935
Maxwell AwardPresented to the nation's outstanding college football player by the Maxwell Club of Philadelphia. The first selection was made in 1937.
Walter Camp AwardPresented by the Walter Camp Football Foundation of New Haven, Conn. to the college football player of the year.
Outland TrophyPresented to the outstanding interior lineman in the nation as selected by the Football Writers Association of America. The first selection was made in 1946.
Davey O'Brien National Quarterback AwardPresented to the top quarterback in the nation by the Davey O'Brien Educational and Charitable Trust of Fort Worth. Named in honor of Texas Christian Hall of Fame quarterback Davey O'Brien (1936-38). THe first selection was made in 1981.
Johnny Unitas Golden Arm AwardPresented annually to the nation's top senior quarterback. The award recognizes athletic accomplishments, character, citizenship, scholastic accomoplishments and leadership.
Manning AwardPresented to the collegiate American football quarterback judged by the Sugar Bowl Committee to be the best in the Unite States; the award is named in honor of Archie Manning and his sons Cooper, Peyton and Eli.
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