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Doak Walker Award preseason watchlist unveiled before college football kickoff

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 19, 2026, 12:30 AM

Last updated Aug 19, 2026

Doak Walker Award preseason watchlist unveiled before college football kickoff

Summary

The Doak Walker Award Preseason Watch List has been announced, featuring 62 players from various conferences. The award honors the top running back in college football, with former winner Jeremiyah Love from Notre Dame now in search of a successor. Key candidates include Ahmad Hardy from Missouri, who is recovering from an offseason injury, and Kewan Lacy from Ole Miss, who was a semifinalist last season and displayed impressive stats, including 1,567 rushing yards and 24 touchdowns. The college football season kicks off with TCU and North Carolina's game in Dublin on August 29.

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By the Numbers

•Doak Walker Award list features 62 players
•Jeremiyah Love won the award last season
•Ahmad Hardy is recovering from an offseason shooting
•Kewan Lacy had 1,567 rushing yards last season
•College football season begins August 29 in Dublin

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12:30 AMYahoo Sports — Doak Walker Preseason Watchlist Announced: Top Names to Watch

What they're saying

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The dreadful offseason days are dwindling, as we sit less than 11 days from TCU and North Carolina’s kickoff in Dublin on Aug. 29. Preseason polls and award lists keep the college football faithful at ease, with the Doak Walker Award Preseason Watch List announced today.The 62-athlete list consists of players across every conference, but […] The post Doak Walker Preseason Watchlist Announced: Top Names to Watch appeared first on HEAVY.
— Yahoo Sports

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