Memphis QB Brady White wins prestigious William V. Campbell Trophy

MEMPHIS, Tenn. — Memphis senior quarterback Brady White is the winner of the 31st William V. Campbell Trophy Presented by Mazda, the National Football Foundation (NFF) announced Wednesday.

The Campbell Trophy, commonly known as the Academic Heisman, is presented to the college football player with the best combination of academics, community service and on-field performance. White will be officially presented the award during the 90-minute virtual Home Depot College Football Awards show on Thursday at 6 p.m. CT on ESPN.

White won the award over 11 other finalists, who were selected from a record number of 199 semifinalists. As the winner, White receives a $25,000 postgraduate scholarship. The…