FAYETTEVILLE — Arkansas linebacker Grant Morgan is a finalist for the Burlsworth Trophy for the second straight season.
Morgan, a sixth-year senior, is one of three finalists along with Georgia quarterback Stetson Bennett and Troy linebacker Carlton Martial. All three players will be invited to the Burlsworth Trophy presentation at Crystal Bridges Museum in Bentonville on Dec. 6.
Morgan has recorded 78 tackles, including 6 tackles for loss in 10 games this season. He also intercepted a pass during the Razorbacks’ win over Mississippi State.
The Burlsworth Trophy is named for former Arkansas All-America offensive lineman Brandon Burlsworth and has been presented each year since 2010 to the best college football player who began his career as a walk-on.