Rutgers defensive lineman Aaron Lewis has been named to the Bednarik Award watch list. This award is given to the nation’s best defensive player each year.
Lewis is a New Jersey native that initially committed to Michigan. After spending a short amount of time in Ann Arbor as a freshman, he decided to return home and transfer to Rutgers. Now, Lewis is expected to take the next step in the Big Ten after a breakout campaign in 2022.
Last season, Lewis finished with 55 tackles, eight for loss. He added 1.5 sacks and a forced fumble. Lewis was named Third Team All-Big Ten by coaches.