The Lombardi Award™ Committee Releases the 12 Semifinalist

HOUSTON (November 7, 2024) - The Lombardi Award™ Committee is excited to announce the 12 semifinalists for the 2024 Lombardi Award™. These athletes, selected from a preseason watchlist of over 90 players, are the very best from all FBS conferences and independents and represent the key values of character, discipline, and excellence. 

2024 marks the 51st anniversary of the award which has been handed out in Houston, Texas since its inception. This year's award dinner will take place on December 11, 2024, and net proceeds from gala sponsorship and table sales are dedicated to supporting cancer research and families and patients battling cancer.  

The Lombardi Award™ was established in 1970 in memory of legendary coach Vince Lombardi. It is presented to outstanding linemen who best epitomize his values of leadership, courage, performance and discipline on and off the field. These semifinalist are consistently showing the values of strength, agility, and football acumen in their respective positions. 

The Lombardi Award™ represents much more than the distinction involved. It memorializes the perspiration, dedication, and perseverance of these exceptional athletes. As they compete on the gridiron, they inspire future generations of football players and continue the legacy of a coaching icon. 

2024 Lombardi Award Semifinalists 

AAC	Army	Kyle Lewis	DL
AAC	Boston College	Donovan Ezeiruaku	DE
AAC	Navy	Colin Ramos	LB
ACC	Virginia Tech	Antwaun Powell-Ryland	DL
Big 10	Iowa	Jay Higgins	LB
Big 10	Penn State	Abdul Carter	DE
SEC	Georgia	Mykel Williams	LOLB
SEC	LSU	Will Campbell	OT
SEC	South Carolina	Kyle Kennard	Edge
SEC	Tennessee	James Pearce Jr.	DE
SEC	Texas A&M	Nic Scourton	DE
SEC	Texas	Kelvin Banks Jr	OT