Texas Football’s Colin Simmons and former head coach Mack Brown were recognized at the 88th Maxwell Awards in Atlanta. Simmons was named the Shaun Alexander National Freshman of the Year, becoming the first Longhorn to receive the award. He had an impressive first season, leading the team in sacks and ranking high in several defensive categories.
Former head coach Mack Brown received the Maxwell Football Club’s Reds Bagnell Award for Contributions to Football. Brown, a 47-year coaching veteran, has had an illustrious career with multiple top-five national finishes and 225 wins from 1990 to 2013. He was inducted into the College Football Hall of Fame in 2018 and is regarded as one of the most respected coaches in the game.
Brown has had leadership roles in various national committees and has coached in several postseason all-star games. His impact on collegiate athletics has been widely recognized, and he has helped shape the game of football that we know today.
Maxwell Football Club Executive Director Mark Wolpert praised Brown’s leadership on the field and his impressive coaching resume. Brown’s contributions to the game have set a high standard that few others in the profession can match, and his legacy in football is one that will be remembered for years to come.
The recognition of Simmons and Brown at the Maxwell Awards highlights their outstanding achievements in football and their lasting impact on the sport.
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