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Florida's Jayden Woods added to Chuck Bednarik Award Watch List
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Florida football JACK Jayden Woods was added to the Chuck Bednarik Award Watch List following his superlative performance through the first four games of the season, the Maxwell Football Club announced Wednesday afternoon.
Woods has amassed 19 total tackles, four sacks for 15 yards, six tackles for loss, one forced fumble and one quarterback hurry so far this season. His six tackles for loss and four sacks this fall have already surpassed his five tackles for loss and 3.5 sacks from his debut campaign, in which he earned all-freshman SEC honors.
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The 6-foot-3-inch, 245-pound defender was named the Chuck Bednarik Award Player of the Week for his efforts in Florida's 44-39 win over Auburn, recording a career high in tackles for loss with 3.5 and sacks with 2.5.
In the Gators ' 52-28 victory over Ole Miss in Week 4, Woods made four tackles — two tackles for loss — and a strip sack near the end of the third quarter. The resulting turnover was a critical moment, giving Florida the ball back near midfield and subsequently resulting in a touchdown for the Orange and Blue.
Woods joins Myles Graham on the Chuck Bednarik Award Watch List; Graham was named to the watch list in the preseason.
Sep 26, 2026; Gainesville, Florida, USA; Florida Gators running back Jadan Baugh (13) runs against Mississippi Rebels linebacker Luke Ferrelli (12) during the first half at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Matt Pendleton-Imagn Images
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Sep 26, 2026; Gainesville, Florida, USA; Florida Gators running back Jadan Baugh (13) runs against the Mississippi Rebels during the first half at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Matt Pendleton-Imagn Images
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Sep 26, 2026; Gainesville, Florida, USA; Florida Gators running back Jadan Baugh (13) reacts after a play against the Mississippi Rebels during the first half at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Matt Pendleton-Imagn Images
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Sep 26, 2026; Gainesville, Florida, USA; Florida Gators head coach Jon Sumrall talks with quarterback Aaron Philo (12) during a timeout against the Mississippi Rebels during the first half at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Matt Pendleton-Imagn Images
(Matt Pendleton, IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect)
Sep 26, 2026; Gainesville, Florida, USA; Florida Gators quarterback Aaron Philo (12) waits for the snap with running back Jadan Baugh (13) during the first half against the Mississippi Rebels at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Matt Pendleton-Imagn Images
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Sep 26, 2026; Gainesville, Florida, USA; Florida Gators running back Jadan Baugh (13) reacts after scoring a touchdown against the Mississippi Rebels during the first half at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Matt Pendleton-Imagn Images
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Sep 26, 2026; Gainesville, Florida, USA; Florida Gators quarterback Aaron Philo (12) runs against the Mississippi Rebels during the first half at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Matt Pendleton-Imagn Images
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Sep 26, 2026; Gainesville, Florida, USA; Florida Gators inside linebacker Aaron Chiles (8) tackles Mississippi Rebels running back JT Lindsey (26) during the first half at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Matt Pendleton-Imagn Images
(Matt Pendleton, IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect)
Sep 26, 2026; Gainesville, Florida, USA; Florida Gators quarterback Aaron Philo (12) throws against Mississippi Rebels cornerback Jaylon Braxton (2) and linebacker Keaton Thomas (11) during the first half at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Matt Pendleton-Imagn Images
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Sep 26, 2026; Gainesville, Florida, USA; Florida Gators wide receiver Vernell Brown III (1) stiff arms Mississippi Rebels defensive end Jordan Renaud (1) during the first half at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Matt Pendleton-Imagn Images
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Sep 26, 2026; Gainesville, Florida, USA; Florida Gators wide receiver Bailey Stockton (3) reacts after a first down against the Mississippi Rebels during the first half at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Matt Pendleton-Imagn Images
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Sep 26, 2026; Gainesville, Florida, USA; Florida Gators jack Jayden Woods (0) tackles Mississippi Rebels tight end Caleb Odom (4) during the first half at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Matt Pendleton-Imagn Images
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Sep 26, 2026; Gainesville, Florida, USA; Florida Gators running back London Montgomery (24) runs against the Mississippi Rebels during the first half at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Matt Pendleton-Imagn Images
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Sep 26, 2026; Gainesville, Florida, USA; Florida Gators running back Jadan Baugh (13) runs against the Mississippi Rebels during the first half at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Matt Pendleton-Imagn Images
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Sep 26, 2026; Gainesville, Florida, USA; Florida Gators wide receiver Vernell Brown III (1) runs against the Mississippi Rebels during the first half at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Matt Pendleton-Imagn Images
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Sep 26, 2026; Gainesville, Florida, USA; Florida Gators running back Jadan Baugh (13) breaks a tackle from Mississippi Rebels defensive end Talib Graham (45) during the first half at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Matt Pendleton-Imagn Images
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Sep 26, 2026; Gainesville, Florida, USA; Florida Gators running back Jadan Baugh (13) reacts after scoring a touchdown against the Mississippi Rebels during the first half at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Matt Pendleton-Imagn Images
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Sep 26, 2026; Gainesville, Florida, USA; Florida Gators kicker Patrick Durkin (91) makes an extra point against the Mississippi Rebels during the first half at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Matt Pendleton-Imagn Images
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Sep 26, 2026; Gainesville, Florida, USA; Florida Gators safety DJ Coleman (33) breaks up a pass to Mississippi Rebels wide receiver Samari Reed (81) during the first half at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Matt Pendleton-Imagn Images
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Sep 26, 2026; Gainesville, Florida, USA; Florida Gators head coach Jon Sumrall during the first half against the Mississippi Rebels at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Matt Pendleton-Imagn Images
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Sep 26, 2026; Gainesville, Florida, USA; Florida Gators running back Duke Clark (20) breaks a tackle from Mississippi Rebels linebacker Tah'j Butler (49) during the second half at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Matt Pendleton-Imagn Images
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Sep 26, 2026; Gainesville, Florida, USA; Florida Gators running back Duke Clark (20) scores a touchdown running past Mississippi Rebels safety Andy Jaffe (24) during the second half at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Matt Pendleton-Imagn Images
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Sep 26, 2026; Gainesville, Florida, USA; Florida Gators tight end Amir Jackson (7) runs with the ball against the Mississippi Rebels during the second half at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Matt Pendleton-Imagn Images
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Sep 26, 2026; Gainesville, Florida, USA; Florida Gators running back Jadan Baugh (13) celebrates with a Heisman pose against the Mississippi Rebels during the second half at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Matt Pendleton-Imagn Images
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Sep 26, 2026; Gainesville, Florida, USA; Florida Gators jack Jayden Woods (0) tackles Mississippi Rebels quarterback Trinidad Chambliss (6) causing him to fumble the ball during the second half at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Matt Pendleton-Imagn Images
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Sep 26, 2026; Gainesville, Florida, USA; Florida Gators tight end Luke Harpring (15) runs with the ball after a catch against the Mississippi Rebels during the second half at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Matt Pendleton-Imagn Images
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Sep 26, 2026; Gainesville, Florida, USA; Florida Gators quarterback Aaron Philo (12) looks to throw on the move against the Mississippi Rebels during the second half at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Matt Pendleton-Imagn Images
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Sep 26, 2026; Gainesville, Florida, USA; Florida Gators wide receiver Bailey Stockton (3) breaks tackles against the Mississippi Rebels during the second half at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Matt Pendleton-Imagn Images
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Sep 26, 2026; Gainesville, Florida, USA; Florida Gators running back Jadan Baugh (13) breaks through tackles against the Mississippi Rebels during the second half at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Matt Pendleton-Imagn Images
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Sep 26, 2026; Gainesville, Florida, USA; Mississippi Rebels quarterback Trinidad Chambliss (6) throws under pressure from Florida Gators defensive lineman LJ McCray (11) and safety Lagonza Hayward (2) during the second half at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Matt Pendleton-Imagn Images
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Sep 26, 2026; Gainesville, Florida, USA; Florida Gators running back Duke Clark (20) rushes with the ball against the Mississippi Rebels during the second half at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Matt Pendleton-Imagn Images
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Sep 26, 2026; Gainesville, Florida, USA; Florida Gators tight end Amir Jackson (7) scores a touchdown over Mississippi Rebels safety Andy Jaffe (24) during the second half at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Matt Pendleton-Imagn Images
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Sep 26, 2026; Gainesville, Florida, USA; Florida Gators players celebrate with the University of Florida Gator Band after a game against the Mississippi Rebels at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Matt Pendleton-Imagn Images
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PHOTOS: Highlights from Florida vs Ole Miss in the Swamp for Week 4
Sep 26, 2026; Gainesville, Florida, USA; Florida Gators running back Jadan Baugh (13) runs against Mississippi Rebels linebacker Luke Ferrelli (12) during the first half at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Matt Pendleton-Imagn Images
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PHOTOS: Highlights from Florida vs Ole Miss in the Swamp for Week 4
Sep 26, 2026; Gainesville, Florida, USA; Florida Gators running back Jadan Baugh (13) runs against Mississippi Rebels linebacker Luke Ferrelli (12) during the first half at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Matt Pendleton-Imagn Images
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PHOTOS: Highlights from Florida vs Ole Miss in the Swamp for Week 4
Sep 26, 2026; Gainesville, Florida, USA; Florida Gators running back Jadan Baugh (13) runs against the Mississippi Rebels during the first half at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Matt Pendleton-Imagn Images
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PHOTOS: Highlights from Florida vs Ole Miss in the Swamp for Week 4
Sep 26, 2026; Gainesville, Florida, USA; Florida Gators running back Jadan Baugh (13) reacts after a play against the Mississippi Rebels during the first half at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Matt Pendleton-Imagn Images
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PHOTOS: Highlights from Florida vs Ole Miss in the Swamp for Week 4
Sep 26, 2026; Gainesville, Florida, USA; Florida Gators head coach Jon Sumrall talks with quarterback Aaron Philo (12) during a timeout against the Mississippi Rebels during the first half at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Matt Pendleton-Imagn Images
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PHOTOS: Highlights from Florida vs Ole Miss in the Swamp for Week 4
Sep 26, 2026; Gainesville, Florida, USA; Florida Gators quarterback Aaron Philo (12) waits for the snap with running back Jadan Baugh (13) during the first half against the Mississippi Rebels at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Matt Pendleton-Imagn Images
(Matt Pendleton, IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect)
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PHOTOS: Highlights from Florida vs Ole Miss in the Swamp for Week 4
Sep 26, 2026; Gainesville, Florida, USA; Florida Gators running back Jadan Baugh (13) reacts after scoring a touchdown against the Mississippi Rebels during the first half at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Matt Pendleton-Imagn Images
(Matt Pendleton, IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect)
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PHOTOS: Highlights from Florida vs Ole Miss in the Swamp for Week 4
Sep 26, 2026; Gainesville, Florida, USA; Florida Gators quarterback Aaron Philo (12) runs against the Mississippi Rebels during the first half at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Matt Pendleton-Imagn Images
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PHOTOS: Highlights from Florida vs Ole Miss in the Swamp for Week 4
Sep 26, 2026; Gainesville, Florida, USA; Florida Gators inside linebacker Aaron Chiles (8) tackles Mississippi Rebels running back JT Lindsey (26) during the first half at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Matt Pendleton-Imagn Images
(Matt Pendleton, IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect)
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PHOTOS: Highlights from Florida vs Ole Miss in the Swamp for Week 4
Sep 26, 2026; Gainesville, Florida, USA; Florida Gators quarterback Aaron Philo (12) throws against Mississippi Rebels cornerback Jaylon Braxton (2) and linebacker Keaton Thomas (11) during the first half at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Matt Pendleton-Imagn Images
(Matt Pendleton, IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect)
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PHOTOS: Highlights from Florida vs Ole Miss in the Swamp for Week 4
Sep 26, 2026; Gainesville, Florida, USA; Florida Gators wide receiver Vernell Brown III (1) stiff arms Mississippi Rebels defensive end Jordan Renaud (1) during the first half at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Matt Pendleton-Imagn Images
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PHOTOS: Highlights from Florida vs Ole Miss in the Swamp for Week 4
Sep 26, 2026; Gainesville, Florida, USA; Florida Gators wide receiver Bailey Stockton (3) reacts after a first down against the Mississippi Rebels during the first half at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Matt Pendleton-Imagn Images
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PHOTOS: Highlights from Florida vs Ole Miss in the Swamp for Week 4
Sep 26, 2026; Gainesville, Florida, USA; Florida Gators jack Jayden Woods (0) tackles Mississippi Rebels tight end Caleb Odom (4) during the first half at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Matt Pendleton-Imagn Images
(Matt Pendleton, IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect)
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PHOTOS: Highlights from Florida vs Ole Miss in the Swamp for Week 4
Sep 26, 2026; Gainesville, Florida, USA; Florida Gators running back London Montgomery (24) runs against the Mississippi Rebels during the first half at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Matt Pendleton-Imagn Images
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PHOTOS: Highlights from Florida vs Ole Miss in the Swamp for Week 4
Sep 26, 2026; Gainesville, Florida, USA; Florida Gators running back Jadan Baugh (13) runs against the Mississippi Rebels during the first half at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Matt Pendleton-Imagn Images
(Matt Pendleton, IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect)
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Sep 26, 2026; Gainesville, Florida, USA; Florida Gators wide receiver Vernell Brown III (1) runs against the Mississippi Rebels during the first half at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Matt Pendleton-Imagn Images
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PHOTOS: Highlights from Florida vs Ole Miss in the Swamp for Week 4
Sep 26, 2026; Gainesville, Florida, USA; Florida Gators running back Jadan Baugh (13) breaks a tackle from Mississippi Rebels defensive end Talib Graham (45) during the first half at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Matt Pendleton-Imagn Images
(Matt Pendleton, IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect)
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PHOTOS: Highlights from Florida vs Ole Miss in the Swamp for Week 4
Sep 26, 2026; Gainesville, Florida, USA; Florida Gators running back Jadan Baugh (13) reacts after scoring a touchdown against the Mississippi Rebels during the first half at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Matt Pendleton-Imagn Images
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PHOTOS: Highlights from Florida vs Ole Miss in the Swamp for Week 4
Sep 26, 2026; Gainesville, Florida, USA; Florida Gators kicker Patrick Durkin (91) makes an extra point against the Mississippi Rebels during the first half at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Matt Pendleton-Imagn Images
(Matt Pendleton, IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect)
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Sep 26, 2026; Gainesville, Florida, USA; Florida Gators safety DJ Coleman (33) breaks up a pass to Mississippi Rebels wide receiver Samari Reed (81) during the first half at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Matt Pendleton-Imagn Images
(Matt Pendleton, IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect)
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PHOTOS: Highlights from Jon Sumrall's first four games at Florida
Sep 26, 2026; Gainesville, Florida, USA; Florida Gators head coach Jon Sumrall during the first half against the Mississippi Rebels at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Matt Pendleton-Imagn Images
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PHOTOS: Highlights from Florida vs Ole Miss in the Swamp for Week 4
Sep 26, 2026; Gainesville, Florida, USA; Florida Gators running back Duke Clark (20) breaks a tackle from Mississippi Rebels linebacker Tah'j Butler (49) during the second half at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Matt Pendleton-Imagn Images
(Matt Pendleton, IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect)
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PHOTOS: Highlights from Florida vs Ole Miss in the Swamp for Week 4
Sep 26, 2026; Gainesville, Florida, USA; Florida Gators running back Duke Clark (20) scores a touchdown running past Mississippi Rebels safety Andy Jaffe (24) during the second half at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Matt Pendleton-Imagn Images
(Matt Pendleton, IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect)
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Sep 26, 2026; Gainesville, Florida, USA; Florida Gators tight end Amir Jackson (7) runs with the ball against the Mississippi Rebels during the second half at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Matt Pendleton-Imagn Images
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Sep 26, 2026; Gainesville, Florida, USA; Florida Gators running back Jadan Baugh (13) celebrates with a Heisman pose against the Mississippi Rebels during the second half at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Matt Pendleton-Imagn Images
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PHOTOS: Highlights from Florida vs Ole Miss in the Swamp for Week 4
Sep 26, 2026; Gainesville, Florida, USA; Florida Gators jack Jayden Woods (0) tackles Mississippi Rebels quarterback Trinidad Chambliss (6) causing him to fumble the ball during the second half at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Matt Pendleton-Imagn Images
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PHOTOS: Highlights from Florida vs Ole Miss in the Swamp for Week 4
Sep 26, 2026; Gainesville, Florida, USA; Florida Gators tight end Luke Harpring (15) runs with the ball after a catch against the Mississippi Rebels during the second half at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Matt Pendleton-Imagn Images
(Matt Pendleton, IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect)
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PHOTOS: Highlights from Florida vs Ole Miss in the Swamp for Week 4
Sep 26, 2026; Gainesville, Florida, USA; Florida Gators quarterback Aaron Philo (12) looks to throw on the move against the Mississippi Rebels during the second half at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Matt Pendleton-Imagn Images
(Matt Pendleton, IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect)
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Sep 26, 2026; Gainesville, Florida, USA; Florida Gators wide receiver Bailey Stockton (3) breaks tackles against the Mississippi Rebels during the second half at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Matt Pendleton-Imagn Images
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PHOTOS: Highlights from Florida vs Ole Miss in the Swamp for Week 4
Sep 26, 2026; Gainesville, Florida, USA; Florida Gators running back Jadan Baugh (13) breaks through tackles against the Mississippi Rebels during the second half at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Matt Pendleton-Imagn Images
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Sep 26, 2026; Gainesville, Florida, USA; Mississippi Rebels quarterback Trinidad Chambliss (6) throws under pressure from Florida Gators defensive lineman LJ McCray (11) and safety Lagonza Hayward (2) during the second half at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Matt Pendleton-Imagn Images
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Sep 26, 2026; Gainesville, Florida, USA; Florida Gators running back Duke Clark (20) rushes with the ball against the Mississippi Rebels during the second half at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Matt Pendleton-Imagn Images
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Sep 26, 2026; Gainesville, Florida, USA; Florida Gators tight end Amir Jackson (7) scores a touchdown over Mississippi Rebels safety Andy Jaffe (24) during the second half at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Matt Pendleton-Imagn Images
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Sep 26, 2026; Gainesville, Florida, USA; Florida Gators players celebrate with the University of Florida Gator Band after a game against the Mississippi Rebels at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Matt Pendleton-Imagn Images
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About the Chuck Bednarik Award
The Bednarik Award has been presented to the College Defensive Player of the Year since 1994 and is named in honor of Chuck "Concrete Charlie" Bednarik, who was an All-American player at the University of Pennsylvania and later a multiple-year All-Pro linebacker and center for the Philadelphia Eagles. He is a member of both the College and Pro Football Halls of Fame and was the last NFL player to be a full-time player on both offense and defense.
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The semifinalist will be announced Nov. 10, with the three finalists announced on Nov. 24. The winner of the Chuck Bednarik Award will be announced as part of the ESPN Home Depot College Football Awards Show on Dec. 10.
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This article originally appeared on Gators Wire: Florida's Jayden Woods added to Chuck Bednarik Award Watch List
