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USA Today
6 days ago
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- USA Today
Florida running back Jadan Baugh named to 2025 Doak Walker Award preseason watch list
The preseason watchlist announcements continue to roll in this week, and the latest member of the 2025 Florida football squad to get the call is sophomore running back Jadan Baugh, who is one of 102 players named to the 2025 Doak Walker Award preseason watch list. The ball carrier from Atlanta, Georgia, is among 31 sophomores mentioned on the list following a superb campaign in 2024. Baugh tied a program record of five rushing touchdowns in his first start — the only Gator to accomplish this feat in his collegiate debut — while also joining fellow freshman DJ Lagway in becoming the first true freshman running back and quarterback duo to start in the same game in UF history. Baugh played in all 13 games while leading the team with 673 rushing yards and eight total touchdowns last fall, and tied for a team-best seven rushing touchdowns while averaging 5.1 yards per carry. His efforts earned him a Freshman All-SEC honor for his work following the conclusion of the season. He also excelled on special teams, averaging 21.6 yards per return while representing one of eight SEC players and one of 11 freshmen in FBS to have two 30-yard-plus kick returns. In the classroom, Baugh was named to the SEC Fall Academic Honor Roll and Freshman All-SEC team. Florida's starting running back was also named to the Paul Hornung Award preseason watch list last week, which is given to the most versatile player in college football. About the Doak Walker Award The Doak Walker Award is presented to college football's most outstanding running back and was named after SMU's three-time All-American Doak Walker when it was created back in 1989. The award not only recognizes student-athletes' abilities on the field, but also their dedication to work within the community and the classroom. The 10 semifinalists for the Doak Walker Award are chosen by the PwC SMU Athletic Forum in November. The three finalists for the award are chosen in early December by the Doak Walker Award National Selection Committee, which is comprised of past award recipients, former NFL All-Pro and college All-American running backs, media members, and a few selected special representatives. The award winner will be announced live at The Home Depot College Football Awards on Friday, Dec. 12. Follow us @GatorsWire on X, formerly known as Twitter, as well as Bluesky, and like our page on Facebook to follow ongoing coverage of Florida Gators news, notes and opinions.
USA Today
01-08-2025
- Sport
- USA Today
Florida's top running back Jadan Baugh named to Paul Hornung Award preseason watch list
Florida Gators sophomore running back Jadan Baugh was listed among those named in the 2025 Paul Hornung Award preseason watch list ahead of the upcoming college football campaign. The sophomore out of Atlanta, Georgia, had a stellar debut campaign in Gainesville last season, playing in all 13 games while leading the team with 673 rushing yards and eight total touchdowns, and tied for a team-best seven rushing touchdowns while averaging 5.1 yards per carry. Baugh's efforts earned him a Freshman All-SEC honor for his work following the conclusion of the season. Baugh tied Trey Burton (2010) and Tim Tebow (2007) for the program record of five rushing touchdowns in his first start against the Kentucky Wildcats, which was also the most touchdowns made by a Gator in their first-career start. Serving as the Gators' primary kick returner, Baugh averaged 21.6 yards per return and is one of eight SEC players and one of 11 freshmen in FBS to have two 30-yard-plus kick returns. About the Paul Hornung Award The Paul Hornung Award — named after the Notre Dame Fighting Irish's All-American and Heisman Trophy winner who played the halfback, quarterback and kicker positions during his college career — is given to the most versatile player in college football. Hornung is also the only Heisman Trophy winner to come from a team with a losing record. Since the award's inception in 2010, a Florida player has never won the award. Follow us @GatorsWire on X, formerly known as Twitter, as well as Bluesky, and like our page on Facebook to follow ongoing coverage of Florida Gators news, notes and opinions.
USA Today
22-07-2025
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- USA Today
Alabama football 2025 season preview, predictions: Zabien Brown
After a memorable debut season in Tuscaloosa, the 2025 campaign is shaping up to be even better for second-year Alabama Crimson Tide cornerback Zabien Brown. However, when taking a look back at Brown's debut season first, the now sophomore produced some big moments for the Crimson Tide, with arguably none bigger than a game-sealing interception in the end zone against Georgia. Looking ahead to 2025, can Brown replicate some of those same big moments for the Crimson Tide this fall, while also potentially taking the next step into one of the SEC's top cornerbacks? Here is everything you need to know about Alabama cornerback Zabien Brown entering the 2025 season. Zabien Brown player information Zabien Brown career stats Brown's debut season at the collegiate level a year ago was a memorable one in which he started all 13 games for the Crimson Tide at cornerback as a true freshman. Over that span, Brown did a bit of everything for Alabama in which he amassed 18 tackles, two TFL, three interceptions, five PD, and two fumble recoveries. Zabien Brown 2024 stats As mentioned previously, Brown did a bit of everything for Alabama defensively during his debut season with the Crimson Tide. Brown compiled 18 tackles, two TFL, three interceptions, five PD, and two fumble recoveries to earn Freshman All-SEC honors at seasons end. Zabien Brown recruiting ranking Brown came to Alabama as one of the headline names in the Crimson Tide's 2024 recruiting class, ranking as the No. 30 overall player nationally, according to the 247Sports Composite rankings, as well as the No. 4 cornerback. Rated as a five-star prospect, Brown committed to Alabama in Jan. 2023, and was also considered the No. 2 overall player in the state of California where he attended national power Mater Dei High School. Zabien Brown 2025 season outlook Entering his sophomore season at Alabama, Brown is likely cemented as a starter at cornerback. Yes, entering the 2025 season, Brown projects to be a starting cornerback from day one for the Crimson Tide, as Alabama's starting duo at the position from a year ago both return in the now sophomore and teammate Domani Jackson. As for Brown in particular, the former five-star could very easily take the next step as a sophomore, with career-high's likely to come statistically tackle-wise in particular, while it might be difficult to top his total of three interceptions as a freshman. Overall, expect another strong season for Brown at cornerback, and for the sophomore to potentially challenge for All-SEC honors at seasons end. Zabien Brown 2025 season prediction Contact/Follow us @RollTideWire on X, and like our page on Facebook to follow ongoing coverage of Alabama news, notes and opinion.
USA Today
07-05-2025
- Sport
- USA Today
Wisconsin football specialist announces transfer destination
Wisconsin football specialist announces transfer destination Wisconsin transfer long snapper Eli Stein signed with Cincinnati late last month. Stein had recently joined the Badgers during the winter transfer window. He reentered the portal during the spring window on April 22, just days after Wisconsin added former Purdue long snapper Nick Levy. The program's addition of Levy signaled a move at the position after Stein, originally an Arkansas transfer, entered spring as the projected starter. Stein joins the Bearcats with two years of eligibility remaining. He was previously a multi-year starter at Arkansas as a freshman and sophomore in 2022 and 2023, respectively. The Cambridge, Wisconsin, native earned a Freshman All-SEC honor in 2022, then made the Patrick Mannelly Award Watch List the following season. He lost the Arkansas long-snapper starting job during fall camp before the 2024 season, prompting his departure from the program. The specialist is one of Wisconsin's six spring transfer departures, three of which had recently joined the program during the winter window. Those other two multi-time transfers, tight end Tanner Koziol and wide receiver Mark Hamper, signed with Houston and Cal, respectively. Other departures, wide receiver Quincy Burroughs and cornerback Jay Harper, have yet to announce a transfer destination, while freshman lineman Derek Jensen signed with Iowa State. Meanwhile, Wisconsin has landed Levy, quarterback Hunter Simmons, offensive lineman Davis Heinzen and tight end Lance Mason in the spring window. Those additions complement the program's impressive winter transfer haul, even considering those three mentioned departures. The Badgers now enter the 2025 season with Levy as the write-in starter at long snapper. The former Purdue Boilermaker previously began his college career at William & Mary (Football Championship Subdivision), where he started 24 games over two seasons. Levy then started all 12 games for Purdue in 2024 and finished the season with an All-Big Ten honorable mention distinction. For more on the Badgers' spring transfer movement and projected 2025 depth chart, bookmark our 2025 spring window tracker. Contact/Follow @TheBadgersWire on X (formerly Twitter) and like our page on Facebook to follow ongoing coverage of Wisconsin Badgers news, notes and opinion
New York Times
25-04-2025
- Sport
- New York Times
Cowboys draft G Tyler Booker: How he fits, pick grade and scouting intel
The Dallas Cowboys have added some protection along the offensive line, selecting Alabama guard Tyler Booker with the No. 12 pick in the first round of the 2025 NFL Draft. A two-year starter with the Crimson Tide, Booker was decorated with awards throughout his three years at Alabama. He was named Freshman All-American and Freshman All-SEC in 2022, then was named to the All-SEC second team in 2023. While a promising player, Booker was inconsistent at guard through his first two seasons before breaking out in 2024. As a junior, Booker was named a first-team All-American and first-team All-SEC as a team captain. Advertisement Booker once referred to his violent play style as 'legal assault,' adding that 'I make guys not love football anymore.' The physicality from the 6-foot-5, 321-pound left guard helped an Alabama run offense score 31 red zone rushing touchdowns, tied for fourth most in the FBS in 2024. While physically imposing, Booker struggled at the NFL Scouting Combine. He ran a 5.38-second 40-yard dash with a 1.95 10-yard split. The 40 time ranked second-worst out of all of the offensive linemen who ran, while his 10-yard split ranked last among all participants regardless of position. Booker's 7-foot, 9-inch broad jump also ranked second worst among all combine participants. Booker ranked No. 24 in Dane Brugler's top 300 big board. Here's what Brugler had to say about him in his annual NFL Draft guide: 'In pass protection, you want your guards creating the depth of the pocket by answering and anchoring, which Booker does at a high level. In the run game, you want your guards driving and creating room with the intent of dominating their man, which Booker also does consistently. The next step for him is to continue developing his savviness to counter/reach high-end athleticism and blitzes that cross his face. Overall, Booker is built like a bull, with the play strength and finishing mentality to match. His average foot quickness, however, might not be ideal for every scheme. He projects as an immediate starting guard with the tools and competitive character that are easy to bet on.' Come back later for more analysis of Booker.
