Steve Sarkisian named to the Dodd Trophy watch list

Texas head coach Steve Sarkisian was named to the Dodd Trophy watch list on Thursday, the Bobby Dodd Coach of the Year Foundation and the Peach Bowl announced. Sarkisian is one of 20 of the nation’s top coaches up for the honor.

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Sarkisian was named to the Bear Bryant Coach of the Year Award watch list on Wednesday.

The Dodd Trophy, college football’s most coveted national coaching award, celebrates the head coach of a team who enjoys success on the gridiron, while also stressing the importance of scholarship, leadership and integrity, per a release.

The Dodd Trophy accounts for graduation success rate, commitment to service and charity in the community, and 2024 on-field success. APR (academic progress rate) is also taken into consideration.

“The 2024 season has already been filled with historic upsets, thrilling comebacks and outstanding performances from coaches and players alike,” said Jim Terry, chairman of the Boddy Dodd Coach of the Year Foundation. “The coaches named to our list have begun to set themselves apart, but their successes go beyond results on the field and extend to the communities they serve and through their commitment to academic excellence.”

The award is only eligible for coaches in their second year with their current teams.

The Longhorns are currently the No. 1 team in the country ahead of their top-five matchup with the No. 5 Georgia Bulldogs.

During his time at Texas, Sarkisian is 31-14 with a Big 12 Championship and College Football Playoff appearance to his name.

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A panel consisting of previous winners, national media, a member of the Dodd family and a College Football Hall of Fame member will identify the final list of potential recipients at the conclusion of the 2023 season. The winner of the 2024 Dodd Trophy Presented by PNC Bank will be announced in Atlanta during the week of the College Football Playoff Quarterfinal at the Chick-fil-A Peach Bowl.

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