Quinn Ewers Named Semifinalist for Maxwell Award

The Maxwell Football Club has announced the semifinalists for its prestigious Maxwell Award, with notable players from the Big Ten and SEC making the list. Indiana's quarterback Kurtis Rourke, who has achieved 2,410 yards and 21 touchdowns, and Texas' Quinn Ewers, who recently threw for 333 yards and five touchdowns against Florida, are among the 16 semifinalists. Additionally, Oregon's Dillon Gabriel has led the Ducks to an undefeated record with impressive stats, boasting the highest completion percentage in the nation. The finalists will be revealed on November 26, with the winner announced on December 12 during an ESPN broadcast. Ewers' performance has garnered him multiple weekly honors, positioning him as a strong candidate for the award, while Rourke seeks to become Indiana's second winner since 1989. Gabriel's record-breaking achievements further underscore his candidacy for both the Maxwell and Davey O'Brien Awards.