College football players named to Jason Witten Man of the Year Watchlist

Jason Witten Collegiate Man of the Year college football student-athlete leadership NCAA sports awards

Several college football players have been named to the 2026 Jason Witten Collegiate Man of the Year Watchlist. The award, presented by the Jason Witten Collegiate Man of the Year Foundation, recognizes student-athletes who demonstrate exceptional leadership, integrity, sportsmanship, and community service.

Included on the watchlist are University of Delaware offensive lineman Steven Demboski, Virginia Tech running back Marcellous Hawkins Jr., and University of Iowa linebacker Jayden Montgomery.

The selection process involves a committee that will announce twenty semifinalists on October 13. Three finalists will be named on December 14, with the winner to be announced during an award ceremony in the spring of 2027.

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Jason Witten · Jayden Montgomery · Marcellous Hawkins Jr. · Steven Demboski · University of Delaware

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[● 2 SOURCES] Twenty semifinalists for the award will be announced on October 13. bluehens.com · hawkeyesports.com
[○ 1 SOURCE] University of Iowa linebacker Jayden Montgomery has been named to the 2026 Jason Witten Collegiate Man of the Year Watchlist. hawkeyesports.com
[● 2 SOURCES] Three finalists for the award will be named on December 14. bluehens.com · hawkeyesports.com
[○ 1 SOURCE] Steven Demboski, an offensive lineman for the University of Delaware, has been named to the 2026 Jason Witten Collegiate Man of the Year Watchlist. bluehens.com
[○ 1 SOURCE] Virginia Tech running back Marcellous Hawkins Jr. has been named to the Jason Witten Collegiate Man of the Year Watchlist. hokiesports.com
[○ 1 SOURCE] The Jason Witten Collegiate Man of the Year Award recognizes excellence in community service, academic achievement, and athletic performance. hokiesports.com