Rodriguez is the first player in Texas Tech history to claim the prestigious award.   HOUSTON – Texas Tech University linebacker Jacob Rodriguez has been named the recipient of the 2025 Lombardi Award™ , presented to the nation’s best college football lineman or linebacker. Theannouncement was made Wednesday night at a ceremony held at the Hilton Americas–Houston indowntown Houston. Rodriguez was selected from an elite group of four finalists that included David Bailey , Texas TechUniversity;...

HOUSTON  – The Lombardi Award™ Committee proudly announces the four finalists for the 2025 Lombardi Award™: David Bailey, Texas Tech University; Cashius Howell, Texas A&M University; Kadyn Proctor, University of Alabama; and Jacob Rodriguez, Texas TechUniversity. Selected from a preseason watchlist of more than 50 players representing all FBS conferences and independents, these outstanding athletes exemplify the highest standards of character, discipline, and excellence both on and off the...

HOUSTON (November 4, 2025)  - The Lombardi Award™ Committee is proud to announce the 13 semifinalists for the 2025 Lombardi Award™, honoring the nation’s top college linemen and linebackers who embody the discipline, character, and excellence of legendary coach Vince Lombardi.  Originally intended to name 12 semifinalists, the Committee expanded the list to 13 this year following an exact tie for the final spot in the voting process.  Selected from an initial preseason watchlist of more...