The RGV just produced two finalists for the most prestigious Freshman award in the nation!
Two UTRGV football players have been named finalists for the 2025 Jerry Rice Award, which honors the FCS Freshman Player of the Year.
Freshman wide receiver Tony Diaz and freshman linebacker Jaiden Haygood are among only 25 finalists nationwide. This award has previously been won by stars like Cooper Kupp and Trey Lance.
Tony Diaz (WR): Led the Vaqueros with 11 touchdowns and 875 receiving yards.
Jaiden Haygood (LB): Led the team with 102 tackles and had six games with double-figure tackles.
The recipient will be announced on December 3. Let's go, Vaqueros! Show some pride for our local talent!🧡
Two UTRGV football players have been named finalists for the 2025 Jerry Rice Award, which honors the FCS Freshman Player of the Year.
Freshman wide receiver Tony Diaz and freshman linebacker Jaiden Haygood are among only 25 finalists nationwide. This award has previously been won by stars like Cooper Kupp and Trey Lance.
Tony Diaz (WR): Led the Vaqueros with 11 touchdowns and 875 receiving yards.
Jaiden Haygood (LB): Led the team with 102 tackles and had six games with double-figure tackles.
The recipient will be announced on December 3. Let's go, Vaqueros! Show some pride for our local talent!🧡
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