Williams named Hornung Award finalist for second time

November 12, 2026 | Football

LOUISVILLE, Ky. – Texas Tech junior running back J'Koby Williams was named a finalist for the Paul Hornung Award on Thursday, as announced by the Louisville Sports Commission. Williams is one of seven finalists for the end-of-season award, which recognizes the most versatile player in major college football.

The dynamic Red Raider is a finalist for the award for the second consecutive season following his sophomore campaign. Texas A&M's KC Concepcion, who was selected in the first round of the 2026 NFL Draft, took home last year's honor. Williams is joined as a 2026 finalist by UCLA running back Wayne Knight, Boise State running back Dylan Riley, Iowa State…