Michigan cornerback Jourdan Lewis is one of 16 semifinalists for the Jim Thorpe Award, given to the best defensive back in college football.
Lewis, a junior from Detroit Cass Tech, already has 16 pass break-ups this season, just two shy of the Michigan single-season record held by Leon Hall (2006) and Marlin Jackson (2002).
Lewis and the Wolverines lead the nation in pass efficiency defense and third-down conversion percentage defense. Lewis also has 24 tackles and two interceptions.
The Thorpe Award winner will be announced at the Home Depot College Football Awards on Dec. 10 on ESPN.