Cam Edwards of MSU named to Maxwell Award Watch List
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 3, 2026, 6:40 PM
Last updated Aug 3, 2026
Michigan State running back Cam Edwards has been placed on the preseason Maxwell Award Watch List, announced on August 3, 2026. Edwards, who transferred from UConn, had a standout four-year career with 2,690 rushing yards and 31 total touchdowns. In his last season at UConn, he rushed for over 1,200 yards and 15 touchdowns. The Maxwell Award honors the College Player of the Year, and semifinalists will be revealed in early November. Edwards aims for a successful season with the Spartans to enhance his candidacy.
- •Cam Edwards transferred to Michigan State after a successful stint at UConn.
- •He ran for over 1,200 yards and 15 touchdowns last season.
- •The Maxwell Award has been awarded annually since 1937.
- •The preseason watch list includes 81 players from the FBS.
- •Semifinalists for the Maxwell Award will be announced in early November.
- 6:40 PMYahoo Sports — New MSU football running back named to Maxwell Award Watch List
"A new Spartans running back received some notable preseason recognition on Monday
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