Colorado Buffaloes linebacker Gideon Lampron has been named a semifinalist for the Bednarik Award, presented annually to the top defensive player in college football. The announcement was reported by James Carnes of Buffaloes Wire on November 11, 2026.
The Bednarik Award, named after former Philadelphia Eagles and Pennsylvania standout Chuck Bednarik, recognizes defensive excellence at the collegiate level. Lampron's selection as a semifinalist highlights his impact on the Buffaloes' defense this season.
Further details regarding Lampron's statistics and the full list of semifinalists were not immediately available in the initial report.
