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Frost, Spielman latest Huskers on preseason awards watchlists

With a week remaining in the offseason before Nebraska players and coaches report for official duty Aug. 1, preseason recognition continued to roll in for the Husker head coach and one of his standout players.

Scott Frost was named to the preseason watchlist for the Bobby Dodd award, given annually to the best coach in the country. Junior wide receiver JD Spielman, meanwhile, continued a strong "list season," as a member of the preseason honoree for the Paul Hornung award.

The Hornung is given to a player by the Louisville Sports Commission each year who possesses, "versatility enabling a player to make an impact at numerous positions on the field.