Wright Named To Hornung Award Watch List

LOUISVILLE, Ky. — The versatility and dynamic playmaking ability of Mykael Wright was recognized on Thursday as the Oregon cornerback was announced as one of 57 players on the preseason watch list for the Paul Hornung Award.

Now in its 12th season, the Hornung Award is given annually to the most versatile player in major college football by the Louisville Sports Commission.

Wright was honored on Tuesday as a preseason first-team all-Pac-12 selection as a cornerback while also earning honorable mention recognition as a return specialist. Wright led the Pac-12 in 2020 with nine pass breakups, and he was the conference's highest graded corner against the run (84.2) according to Pro Football…