The Maxwell Football Club today announced the watch list for the 82nd annual Maxwell Award, named in honor of Robert W. "Tiny" Maxwell, and the award 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.
Representing the MAC are Ball State RB James Gilbert, Buffalo WR Anthony Johnson, Miami WR James Gardner and Ohio QB Nathan Rourke.
Semifinalists for the Maxwell Award will be announced October 29, 2018, while three finalists will be unveiled November 19, 2018.