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Canaan Yarro Lands on 2023 Wuerffel Trophy Watch List

ATLANTA – One of the Aggies' captains and tone-setters on the field is now being recognized for his leadership in the community. Thursday, The Wuerffel Foundation announced redshirt junior Canaan Yarro has been added to the 2023 Wuerffel Trophy Watch List.

The Wuerffel Trophy, named after 1996 Heisman Trophy winner Danny Wuerffel, recognizes student-athletes who are inspired to serve others and make positive impacts on society with award winners including Tim Tebow (Florida), Sam Acho (Texas), Matt Barkley (USC) and most recently Dillan Gibbons (Florida State).

Semifinalists for the award will be announced on November 2, and finalists will be announced on November 28.