Texas Longhorns edge rusher Colin Simmons has been selected as a semifinalist for the 2026 Bednarik Award, presented annually to the nation's top defensive player in college football.
The freshman has been a key contributor for Texas during the 2026 season, including in the Longhorns' SEC matchup against the Missouri Tigers on November 7 at Memorial Stadium in Columbia, Missouri. The semifinalist list was announced on November 11, 2026.
