The John Mackey Award is given to the best collegiate tight end.
The award has been won by many of today's NFL stars, such as Kyle Pitts, T.J. Hockenson, and most recently, two-time winner Brock Bowers.
Oct 7, 2023; College Station, Texas, USA; Texas A&M Aggies wide receiver Ainias Smith runs with the ball during the fourth quarter against the Alabama Crimson Tide at Kyle Field. Mandatory Credit: Troy Taormina-USA TODAY Sports / Troy Taormina-USA TODAY Sportsas a torn ACL kept the young star off the playing field in 2023. However, he was able to make the most of his 2022 season.
The sophomore from Dickinson, TX was named to the College Football News Freshman All-American Honorable Mention Team. He was also gifted the Aggie Offense Top Newcomer Award at the team's annual banquet in 2022. The award is named after Pro Football Hall of Fame tight end John Mackey, who won Super Bowl V with the Baltimore Colts alongside quarterback Johnny Unitas and wide receiver Raymond Berry. It is given to the tight end that best reflects the play, sportsmanship, and community values of Mackey.
The John Mackey Preseason Watch List will be narrowed to eight semi-finalists on October 29, and the three finalists for the award will be announced on November 26. The winner will be announced on the ESPN's Home Depot College Football Awards Show on December 12.
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