Clemson running back Adam Randall was one of five finalists named Tuesday for the Pop Warner College Football Award, presented annually to a player who makes a positive impact on the field, in the classroom and in the community, and who serves as a role model to Pop Warner’s young student-athletes.

Following is the full press release:

LANGHORNE, PA (November 25, 2025) – Pop Warner Little Scholars, the nation’s preeminent youth football organization, has announced five finalists for its 16th Annual Pop Warner College Football Award. Established in 2010, the award honors a player who has made a positive impact on the field, in the classroom, and in the community, and who serves as a role model to Pop Warner’s young student-athletes.

This year’s finalists include:

Tanner Wall, BYU (Redshirt Senior, Arlington, VA):
A two-time BYU captain, Wall has emerged as one of the Cougars’ most productive defensive leaders in 2025, earning spots on the Allstate AFCA Good Works Team, recognition as a Wuerffel Trophy finalist, and semifinalist honors for the Jason Witten Collegiate Man of the Year Award and the Campbell Trophy. Through 10 games he leads No. 11 ranked BYU in interceptions with four and is third in tackles with 53, building on a 2024 season in which he started all 13 games and earned CSC First Team Academic All-America honors. Wall graduated with a 3.89 GPA in business finance and is pursuing his MBA in the Marriott School. His service includes coordinating BYU Pathway Worldwide mentoring programs across Africa and the South Pacific, leading SAAC initiatives, organizing hospital and community outreach, teaching youth Sunday School, completing a two-year mission in Brazil, participating in the True Blue Hero program, supporting Built4Life outreach and assisting youth development efforts during a 2025 football and service trip to Israel.

Jalon Daniels, Kansas (Redshirt Senior, Lawndale, CA.):
A four-time Jayhawks team captain and one of the most decorated players in Kansas history, Daniels has delivered another standout 2025 season, highlighted by recognition as a finalist for the William V. Campbell Trophy and semifinalist for the Jason Witten Collegiate Man of the Year Award, along with placements on the Manning Award Midseason Watch List and multiple national award lists. A past Big 12 Co-Scholar Athlete of the Year and Academic All-America honoree, Daniels continues to excel academically while pursuing his degree in education. A dynamic leader on the field, he has helped guide Kansas to one of its most competitive stretches in recent program history. Off the field, he serves on Kansas’ leadership council, contributed to the program’s record 500 community-service hours in 2025, represented the Jayhawks at Big 12 Media Days for the fourth straight year and oversees the Moms 2 J6 Foundation, which supports single mothers and young athletes.

Josh Kattus, Kentucky (Senior, Cincinnati, OH):
A seasoned leader for Kentucky, Kattus has appeared in 43 games with 24 starts while emerging as one of the Wildcats’ most reliable offensive contributors, currently tied for third in receptions and receiving yards early in 2025. Widely respected for his character and service, he is one of only 11 FBS players named to the 2025 Allstate AFCA Good Works Team and appears on the Wuerffel Trophy semifinalist list, the Campbell Trophy Watch List and the CSC Academic All-District Team. Academically, he is a three-time SEC Academic Honor Roll member, a five-time Dean’s List honoree and a member of Kentucky’s Frank G. Ham Society of Character. Kattus volunteers weekly at Goliasano Children’s at UK, supports the Scott County Humane Society, assists Ronald McDonald House programs, leads a shoe drive benefiting Camp Horsin’ Around, helped raise more than $45,000 through two “Dancing with the Lexington Stars” charity events and represents the SEC on the NCAA Football Oversight Committee’s Student-Athlete Connection Group.

Aaron Graves, Iowa (Graduate Student, Dayton, IA):
A dominant defensive force and exceptional scholar-athlete, Graves has 33 tackles, 6.5 tackles for loss, 5 sacks and an interception through 10 games. The team captain graduated with highest distinction in 2024 after completing his bachelor’s degree in exercise science in just two years with a 4.03 GPA, and is on track to complete his master’s degree in sport and recreation management in December. Graves is a two-time CSC Academic All-District honoree, a 2024 Second Team Academic All-American and a Big Ten Distinguished Scholar. He has helped Iowa to three bowl appearances, including the 2022 Music City Bowl victory. His volunteer work includes service with Filter of Hope, Safe Haven Animal Shelter, Athletes in Action, Day of Caring and CommUnity Crisis Services & Food Bank.

Adam Randall, Clemson (Senior, Myrtle Beach, SC):
One of the ACC’s most versatile offensive weapons, Randall has excelled since transitioning permanently to running back in 2025, recording multiple 100-yard rushing games and becoming the first Clemson player since 2018 to score in each of the first six games of a season. A member of the Allstate AFCA Good Works Team and a Wuerffel Trophy semifinalist, he has produced several explosive all-purpose performances, including a 227-yard effort against Syracuse. Randall earned two ACC Honor Roll selections and completed his degree in management in just three years. Off the field, he plays a key role in Clemson’s P.A.W. Journey service and leadership initiatives, participated in a service trips to South Africa and Italy and remains active in youth mentorship and community outreach throughout South Carolina with the Randall Family Foundation and beyond.

The award winner will be announced Dec. 10 during the 68th Pop Warner Super Bowl in Charlotte, NC.

“We all love watching these young men compete on Saturdays, but what makes them truly special is who they are when the cameras are off,” said Steve Strawbridge, Pop Warner Little Scholars CEO. “Each of these finalists embodies the qualities we hope to inspire in every Pop Warner athlete: commitment to academics, servant leadership, and the drive to make a positive impact in their communities. They represent the very best of college football, not just because of what they accomplish when the stadium lights are on, but because of the integrity, character and compassion they demonstrate away from it.”

Last year’s winner was Alabama quarterback Jalen Milroe, recognized for his performance as one of college football’s most dynamic offensive players, his academic achievements and his meaningful community engagement. Previous recipients include Prince Amukamara (Nebraska), Chase Minnifield (Virginia), Sean Renfree (Duke), Gary Bush (Purdue), Jordan Richards (Stanford), Brandon Chubb (Wake Forest), Evan Engram (Mississippi), Braxton Berrios (Miami), CJ Conrad (Kentucky), Michael Pittman Jr. (USC), Ian Book (Notre Dame), Elijah Hicks (California), Kenneth Horsey (Kentucky) and Tony Bradford Jr. (Texas Tech).