The Allstate AFCA Good Works Team® nominees are…

NORTHBROOK, Ill., July 11, 2023 – Playing college football, attending school full time and giving back to the community is no small commitment. Yet, that’s how 136 Good Works Team nominees invest their time and that’s why their coaches recommended them for the 2023 Allstate American Football Coaches Association (AFCA) Good Works Team. ®

“I’m impressed and inspired by these young men because they’re incredible athletes and amazing human beings,” said Tim Tebow, two-time national champion, Heisman Trophy winner and 2009 Good Works Team member. “When you give back to the community, it gives you purpose and can change your whole life – and the lives of others.”

The nominees spend their free time working to change lives by mentoring youth, feeding the hungry and donating their earnings. Some have even established their own non-profit 501 (c)(3) organizations. They’ve also maintained excellent grades and obtained Dean’s List honors among other academic awards.

“These bright young athletes are role models,” said Troy Hawkes, executive vice president and general manager, Allstate Sales and Distribution. “We’ve celebrated thousands of college football players around the country for years, and they’ve had a huge impact on their communities and on society.”

A Panel Chooses the Team

The final 22-member team and honorary coach are selected by a voting panel of former Allstate AFCA Good Works Team members, current and former head coaches and journalists. They look for exceptional leadership on and off the football field.

In addition to Tebow and Hawkes, the 2023 Allstate AFCA Good Works Team selection panel members are: Zaid Abdul-Aleem (Duke, 1994 team); Matt Stinchcomb (Georgia, 1997, 1998); Brian Brenberg (St. Thomas, 2001); Mike Proman (Amherst, 2002); Wes Counts (Middle Tennessee State, 1999); media members Kirk Herbstreit (ESPN); Blair Kerkhoff (Kansas City Star); and Paul Myerberg (USA Today); 2023 AFCA President and Ouachita Baptist University Head Coach Todd Knight; and 2014 AFCA President and former head coach at Ithaca College, Mike Welch.

Fans Pick the Captai

After the final team members are announced in September, fans can vote for this year’s Allstate AFCA Good Works Team captain through the official page on ESPN.com/allstate. Fans can join the conversation on social media with #GoodWorksTeam throughout the season.

“These players embody the best of what college football stands for: character, selflessness and the willingness to serve and give to others,” AFCA Executive Director Todd Berry said. “The AFCA proudly stands alongside Allstate and each of these players’ families and communities to applaud their inspirational work.”

Nomination Criteria

Established in 1992, the Allstate AFCA Good Works Team is one of the most coveted community service awards in college football. From the 136 nominees, the final roster of 23 award recipients will bring together 11 players from the NCAA Football Bowl Subdivision; 11

players from the NCAA Football Championship Subdivision, Divisions II, III and the National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics (NAIA); and one honorary head coach. To be considered for a spot on the Allstate AFCA Good Works Team, each player must be actively involved with a charitable organization or service group while maintaining strong academic standing.

The 2023 Allstate AFCA Good Works Team nominees are:

Football Bowl Subdivision (FBS)

Name
School

Elijah McAllister
Auburn University

Cade Beresford
Boise State University

Taji Johnson
Boston College

Odieu Hiliare
Bowling Green State University

Tyler Batty
BYU

Robi Stuart
Central Michigan University

Will Shipley
Clemson University

Ja’Mion Franklin
Duke University

Jeremy Lewis
East Carolina University

Brian Dooley
Eastern Michigan University

Jordan Travis
Florida State University

Levelle Bailey
Fresno State

LaMiles Brooks
Georgia Tech

Khalil Benson
Indiana University

Darien Porter
Iowa State University

X’Zauvea Gadlin
Liberty University

Mekhi Wingo
LSU

Tre Mosley
Michigan State University

Richard Kinley
Middle Tennessee State University

Jett Johnson
Mississippi State University

Joseph Shimko
NC State University

Jaylen Pate
Northwestern University

LaMareon James
Old Dominion University

Akili Arnold
Oregon State University

Dvon Ellies
Penn State University

Chike Anigbogu
Rice University

John Humphreys
Stanford University

Garrett Shrader
Syracuse University

Josh Newton
TCU

Jalen McMurray
Temple University

Max Wright
Texas A&M University

Alonzo Edwards Jr.
Texas State University

Tyler Shough
Texas Tech University

Xavier McDonald
U.S. Naval Academy

Max Michel
University at Buffalo

Seth McLaughlin
University of Alabama

Cam Little
University of Arkansas

Matthew Cindric
University of California

Jowon Briggs
University of Cincinnati

Valentin Senn
University of Connecticut

Devin Moore
University of Florida

Ladd McConkey
University of Georgia

Jack Freeman
University of Houston

Isaiah Williams
University of Illinois

Logan Lee
University of Iowa

Mason Fairchild
University of Kansas

Ashton Gillotte
University of Louisville

Jacob Likes
University of Memphis

Kamren Kinchens
University of Miami (Fla.)

Blake Corum
University of Michigan

Dragan Kesich
University of Minnesota

JJ Pegues
University of Mississippi

Darius Robinson
University of Missouri

Ethan Piper
University of Nebraska

Kaimon Rucker
University of North Carolina

Jaden Mickey
University of Notre Dame

Ethan Downs
University of Oklahoma

Gavin Bartholomew
University of Pittsburgh

Vershon Lee
University of South Carolina

Justin Dedich
University of Southern California

Jacob Warren
University of Tennessee

Christian Jones
University of Texas

De’Corian Clark
University of Texas at San Antonio

Daniel Bolden
University of Toledo

Chico Bennett
University of Virginia

Edefuan Ulofoshio
University of Washington

Alexander Smith
University of Wisconsin

Jordyn Morgan
UNLV

Jacob Garcia
Utah State University

Matt Johnson
Virginia Tech

Jaylen Hudson
Wake Forest University

Zach Frazier
West Virginia University

JaQues Evans
Western Kentucky University

Combined Divisions (FCS, D-II, D-III & NAIA)

Name
School

Trent Maddox
Ashland University

Sam Howard
Austin Peay State University

Loobert Denelus
Benedict College

Reed Levi
Benedictine College

Evan Ginter
Bethel University (Minn.)

Justin Anagonye
Brown University

Hajj-Malik Williams
Campbell University

Ben Condemi
Carnegie Mellon University

Hunter Peck
Carroll College

Major Williams
Carson-Newman University

Cameron Bannister
Central College

Michael DeCamillis
Chadron State College

Jake Stebbins
Cornell University

Devonte Murphy
Dakota State University

Josh Greene
Dartmouth College

Malik McDaniel
Davidson College

Ayden Garnes
Duquesne University

Deshawn McCarthy
East Stroudsburg University

Colton Hyble
Grand Valley State University

Caleb Lueders
Hamline University

Demarcus Coleman
Hardin-Simmons University

Clayton Mosher
Indiana Wesleyan University

Spencer Uggla
Johns Hopkins University

Kolbe Benham
Marist College

Malachi Lacadre Grey
McMurry University

Dustin Shoaf
Mercyhurst University

Tommy Mellot
Montana State University

Lawrence Richardson
Morgan State University

KJ Williams
Morningside University

Juan Velarde
North Carolina Central University

Myron Lewis
North Central College

Braylon Henderson
North Dakota State University

Drew Thornton
Ohio Wesleyan University

Thomas Lidondici
Pace University

Cole Nahlik
Peru State College

Nasir Cook
Princeton University

Jimmy Buck
Saint John’s University (Minn.)

Nick Blanchard
Southern Nazarene University

Dante Vasquez
Springfield College

Jaret Porterfield
Stephen F. Austin State University

Lake Barrett
The College of Wooster

Trey Brausch
Thomas More University

Matthew Palazzo
Tusculum University

David Walker
University of Central Arkansas

Brock Gingrich
University of Delaware

Mathias Bertram
University of Idaho

Ted Mullin
University of North Dakota

Mario Jacobs
University of Redlands

Tristan Wheeler
University of Richmond

Micah Roane
University of South Dakota

Will Burke
University of St. Thomas (Minn.)

Reuben Lowery III
University of Tennessee at Chattanooga

Justin Blazek
University of Wisconsin-Platteville

John Stroughn
Utica University

Owen Grover
Wartburg College

Noah Nicklin
Wayne State University

JJ Ross, DB
Western Illinois University

Brice Butler
Westminster College (Pa.)

Charles Grant
William & Mary

Trevor Grant
Wingate University

Darrick McLean
Winston-Salem State University

Oso Ifesinachukwu
Yale University

Michael Voitus
Youngstown State University

Head Coach

Name
School

Jeff Monken
Army West Point

Scotty Walden
Austin Peay State University

Mike Clowney
Carson-Newman University

Jim McElwain
Central Michigan University

David Archer
Cornell University

Jimmy Terwilliger
East Stroudsburg University

Walt Wells
Eastern Kentucky University

Chris Creighton
Eastern Michigan University

Jesse Burleson
Hardin-Simmons University

Keith Otterbein
Hillsdale College

Dave Doeren
NC State University

Ryan Day
Ohio State University

Gary Fasching
Saint John’s University (Minn.)

Joey McGuire
Texas Tech University

Jerheme Urban
Trinity University

Jason Eck
University of Idaho

Mike Locksley
University of Maryland

Mario Cristobal
University of Miami (Fla.)

Bill Zwaan
West Chester University

Mike London
William & Mary

About the Allstate AFCA Good Works Team®
The Allstate AFCA Good Works Team was established in 1992 by the College Football Association, recognizing the extra efforts made by college football players and student support staff off the field. AFCA became the governing body of the award in 1997 and continues to honor college football players who go the extra mile for those in need. Allstate worked to present the award starting with the 2008 season.

The SEC leads all conferences with 82 selections to the Allstate AFCA Good Works Team since it began in 1992. The SEC is followed by the Atlantic Coast Conference with 52 selections and the Big 12 Conference and Minnesota Intercollegiate Athletic Conference with 39 selections. Georgia is in first place with 22 honorees to the Allstate AFCA Good Works Team. The Bulldogs are followed by Kentucky with 17 honorees. Super Bowl XLII, XLVI and XLI champion quarterbacks Eli and Peyton Manning were members of the 2002 and 1997 Allstate AFCA Good Works Teams, respectively.

About the AFCA
The AFCA was founded in 1922 and currently has more than 11,000 members around the world ranging from the high school level to the professional ranks. According to its constitution, the AFCA was formed, in part, to “maintain the highest possible standards in football and in the coaching profession” and to “provide a forum for the discussion and study of all matters pertaining to football.”

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