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College football major position awards finalists announced

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The finalists for a number of major college football awards were announced Monday.

LSU quarterback Joe Burrow and Ohio State pass-rusher Chase Young are both nominated for multiple honors.

Here are the notable award finalists:

Davey O'Brien National Quarterback Award (nation's best quarterback)

Player School
Joe Burrow LSU
Justin Fields Ohio State
Jalen Hurts Oklahoma

Fred Biletnikoff Award (outstanding receiver)

Player School
Ja'Marr Chase LSU
CeeDee Lamb Oklahoma
Michael Pittman Jr. USC

Doak Walker Award (nation's premier running back)

Player School
Chuba Hubbard Oklahoma State
Jonathan Taylor Wisconsin
J.K. Dobbins Ohio State

Chuck Bednarik Award (college defensive player of the year)

Player School
Derrick Brown Auburn
Isaiah Simmons Clemson
Chase Young Ohio State

Maxwell Award (college player of the year)

Player School
Joe Burrow LSU
Jalen Hurts Oklahoma
Chase Young Ohio State

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