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Colin Simmons and Rasheem Biles named Walter Camp Player of the Year semifinalists

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Nov 13, 2026, 12:21 PM

Last updated Nov 13, 2026

Colin Simmons and Rasheem Biles named Walter Camp Player of the Year semifinalists

Summary

Texas defensive players Colin Simmons and Rasheem Biles have been named semifinalists for the 2026 Walter Camp Player of the Year Award. The committee announced the names on November 13, 2026, with Simmons leading the Longhorns in sacks and tackles for loss, while Biles tops the team in tackles. Both players are among six defensive semifinalists out of 20 total. Finalists for the award will be revealed later this month, and the winner will be announced during the ESPN College Football Awards on December 11, 2026.

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•Colin Simmons has recorded 10.5 sacks and 16 tackles for loss.
•Rasheem Biles leads the team with 67 tackles and three interceptions.
•The award's finalists will be announced later this month.
•The winner will be revealed at the ESPN College Football Awards on December 11.

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12:21 PMYahoo Sports — Longhorns Daily News: Texas defensive standouts Colin Simmons, Rasheem Biles named Walter Camp Player of the Year semifinalists

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Two of Texas football’s most consequential players on the defense this season, edge rusher Colin Simmons and linebacker Rasheem Biles, were both named among this season’s semifinalists for the 2026 Walter Camp Player of the Year Award, its committee announced earlier this week. Both players join a cast of 20 competing for the national honor. […]
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