It appears Texas Tech senior linebacker Jacob Rodriguez will need to clear more room in his trophy cabinet. On Wednesday night, he won the prestigious Lombardi Award, becoming the first Red Raider and the 52nd recipient since its inception in 1970.

Presented by the Rotary Club of Houston, the Lombardi Award recognizes the nation’s top offensive or defensive lineman or linebacker for their on-field performance, leadership, character, and discipline. Rodriguez claimed the award over fellow finalists Texas Tech edge rusher David Bailey, Texas A&M defensive end Cashius Howell, and Alabama offensive lineman Kadyn Proctor.

Rodriguez’s recognition comes after a whirlwind week in which he also won the Butkus Award, honoring the nation’s best linebacker; the Bronko Nagurski Trophy, given to th

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