LSU kicker Josh Jasper and defensive tackle Drake Nevis were named as finalists today for awards that go to the top college football players at their positions. Jasper, a senior from Memphis, Tenn., was named as one of 20 finalists for the Lou Groza Award, presented to the top placekicker. Jasper has made 14 of 17 field goal attempts for the Tigers this season. He leads the SEC with an 82% field goal percentage. Nevis, a senior from Marrero, is one of 12 players who is up for the Lombardi Award, which goes to the best offensive or defensive lineman. Nevis currently ranks fourth in the SEC in both sacks (5.0) and tackles for losses (11.5). He also has 40 tackles, two quarterback hurries, two forced fumbles, one interception and a safety to his credit this year for the 12th-ranked Tigers.
LSU’s Nevis, Jasper finalists for awards
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