PHILADELPHIA - The Maxwell Football Club today announced its watch list for the 80th annual Maxwell Award and it includes Georgia Southern senior running back Matt Breida. A two-time semifinalist for the Doak Walker Trophy (nation's top running back), Breida has led the FBS in yards per carry each of the past two seasons.
The Maxwell Award, named in honor of Robert W. "Tiny" Maxwell, has been given to America's College Player of the Year since 1937. Maxwell's contributions to the game of football were extensive, including time as a player, a sportswriter and an official.