Dallas – Former Texas Football quarterback Sam Ehlinger was named the Jason Witten Collegiate Man of the Year during a virtual ceremony on Tuesday night. The event, which was based in Dallas, was streamed on the award's website and honored its three finalists, including RB Najee Harris of Alabama and DL Daelin Hayes of Notre Dame.
"I was very surprised," Ehlinger said. "Growing up and seeing (Jason) on TV, it was crazy to see him in person, and I was taken aback and surprised and just honored. It was an incredible experience just to receive the trophy and be in his presence, honestly.