Niese is Temple’s Nominee for William V. Campbell Trophy

When looking at the criteria for the William V. Campbell Trophy, Justin Miller, Temple University's Senior Associate AD for Academics & Career Services, was quick to name Michael Niese as his Owls' candidate for the award.

Each year the National Football Foundation seeks nominees from college football teams at every level with the best combination of academics, community service, and on-field performance. It is considered by many to be the "Academic Heisman" and nicknamed as such.

The native of Chesterfield, Missouri, does more than check all the boxes being in his final year of eligibility with a 3.38 undergraduate GPA, outstanding football ability, and exemplary school and community…