Real Football 365, Inc. All-American Teams Announced
Miami, FL, December 19, 2006 --(PR.com)-- RealFootball365.com has announced its 2006 Division 1-A College Football All-American team. Three elite offensive and defensive units totaling 78 members make up this year’s team. Ten conferences are represented by 43 different universities, with the Big Ten Conference leading all others with 19 player honors. The Southeastern Conference placed 11 players on this year’s team, followed by the Pac-10 Conference with 10, and the Big East and ACC both with 8.
Top ranked Ohio State leads all schools with seven players on this year’s team, followed by Michigan, Texas, and Penn State with four players each. Florida, California, and BYU each had three players cited. Perhaps the most glaring omission on this year’s All-American squad is the lack of representation from traditional powerhouse programs Miami, Nebraska, Georgia and Alabama. Over the years, these four programs have placed dozens of players on various All-American lists throughout the country.
“The one distinction that sets the RealFootball365 All-American Team apart from others is our “12th Man” Utility position on the offensive units,” said Hugo Guzman, RealFootball365.com editor-in-chief. “The players selected to this position on each respective unit of our 2006 All-American Team are multi-threat backs who are just as comfortable as receivers as they are chugging the ball on the ground.”
Following on the next three pages are the seventy-eight elite D-1A college football players selected to the 2006 RealFootball365.com All-American Team.
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RealFootball365.com Division 1-A College Football All-Americans 2006
FIRST TEAM OFFENSE
QB Troy Smith, Ohio State, Sr.
In addition to the prerequisite individual stats, Smith's playmaking and leadership was a key ingredient in the Buckeyes' current 19-game winning streak, Big Ten title, #1 ranking and berth in the national title game.
RB Darren McFadden, Arkansas, Soph.
265 carries, 1,558 yds. (5.7 avg) 14 TDs, also was 6-8 passing with 3 TDs, and scored another TD receiving. His versatility creates all sorts of problems for defenders.
RB Ray Rice, Rutgers, Soph.
Quite simply, Rice is the backbone of Rutgers’ offense. He’s a punishing, tenacious ball carrier. 311 carries, 1,624 yds. (5.2 avg) 19 TDs.
WR Calvin Johnson, Georgia Tech, Jr.
67 receptions, 1,106 yds. (15.2 avg) 13 TDs. Has an incredible highlight reel despite being double-teamed.
WR Robert Meachem, Tennessee, Jr.
67 catches, 1,265 yds. (18.9 avg) 11 TDs. As sure-handed as they come, he had 42-yard and 80-yard TD receptions against Cal’s secondary in the season opener.
TE Jonny Harline, Brigham Young, Sr.
The latest in a stellar line of tight ends from BYU, Harline has the best hands of any TE in the nation. Frequently seen on ESPN’s “Plays of the Day” segment. 49 grabs, 754 yds. 11 TDs.
OL Joe Thomas, Wisconsin, Sr.
The Outland Trophy winner as best interior college lineman in the nation is also the top O-line NFL prospect.
OL Jake Long, Michigan, Jr.
A frontrunner for the Outland Trophy next year, Long is the anchor of the Wolverine offensive line. Could easily turn pro after this year.
OL Justin Blalock, Texas, Sr.
One of three Outland Trophy finalists, Blalock has started 49 consecutive games for the Longhorns and hasn’t given up a sack in the last 26 contests.
OL Kurt Quarterman, Louisville, Sr.
A punishing blocker, he’s been the Cardinals starting guard since 2004. Possesses great pulling speed and has also scored three TDs for Louisville.
C Dan Mozes, West Virginia, Sr.
Dominating blocker was an Outland Trophy finalist for best interior lineman in the country.
UTIL Steve Slaton, West Virginia, Soph
A threat to score on every touch. 245 rushes, 1,733 yds. (7.1 avg) 16 TDs. On the receiving end, Slaton had 25 catches, 340 yds. (13.8 avg) 2 TDs.
SPECIAL TEAMS FIRST UNIT
P Daniel Sepulveda, Baylor, Sr.
Winner of two Ray Guy Awards as the nation’s top punter. 46.5 yard average led nation (66 punts, 3,068 yds). Longest punt went 78 yards this season.
K Garrett Hartley, Oklahoma, Jr.
A Lou Groza Award finalist, Hartley notched 17 field goals in 18 attempts. He was 45-46 on extra points.
RET DeSean Jackson, California, Soph.
The best punt returner in college football (18.2 avg, 4 TDs) & equally dangerous receiver with 54 receptions, 979 yds. (18.1 avg) 9 TDs.
FIRST TEAM DEFENSE
DE LaMarr Woodley, Michigan, Sr.
Compact and powerful, the 6-2, 269-pounder had 11 1/2 sacks and recovered four fumbles while anchoring one of the nation's top defenses ... winner of the Lombardi Award.
DE Gaines Adams, Clemson, Sr.
Led ACC with 10.5 quarterback sacks and 15.5 tackles for loss, returned fumble 66 yards for a TD at Wake Forest.
DT Quinn Pitcock, Ohio State, Sr.
An All-Big Ten choice…registered 7 sacks, clogged the middle and provided stability for a young Buckeye defense.
DT Glen Dorsey, LSU, Jr.
One of the pillars of a rugged defensive line that helped the Tigers allow just 12.5 points per game.
LB James Laurinaitis, Ohio State, Soph.
100 tackles, five interceptions, four sacks: Enough said. Oh, yes, and he won the Bronko Nagurski Award.
LB Patrick Willis, Mississippi. Sr.
The Butkus Award winner was the valiant cornerstone of a so-so team, registering 124 tackles, 12 for loss.
LB Rufus Alexander, Oklahoma, Sr.
Big 12 Defensive Player of the Year…has led OK in tackles for two seasons—no mean feat on swarming Sooner "D."
DB Leon Hall, Michigan, Sr.
The last line of defense for stout Wolverine unit…adept at covering both the run and the pass. Loves to go 1-on-1.
DB Aaron Ross, Texas, Sr.
The second straight Longhorn winner of the Jim Thorpe Award, put up some nice numbers even though opposing teams generally avoided him.
DB Reggie Nelson, Florida, Jr.
Wears No. 1, led his team in interceptions and produced 50 tackles, as well. More than anyone else, Nelson was the face of a feisty Gator stop unit.
DB Eric Weddle, Utah, Sr.
A frequent two-way performer, Weddle was named Mountain West Conference Defensive Player of the Year for the second consecutive season.
SECOND TEAM OFFENSE SECOND TEAM DEFENSE
QB John Beck, Brigham Young, Sr. DL Justin Hickman, UCLA, Sr.
RB Ian Johnson, Boise State, Soph. DL Eric Foster, Rutgers, Jr.
RB Mike Hart, Michigan, Jr. DL Jarvis Moss, Florida, Jr.
WR Dwayne Jarrett, USC, Jr. DL Amobi Okoye, Louisville, Sr.
WR Davone Bess, Hawaii, Soph. LB Paul Posluszny, Penn State, Sr.
TE Matt Spaeth, Minnesota, Sr. LB Buster Davis, Florida State, Sr.
OL Levi Brown, Penn State, Sr. LB H.B. Blades, Pitt, Sr.
OL Arron Sears, Tennessee, Sr. DB Dwight Lowery, San Jose State, Jr.
OL Ben Grubbs, Auburn, Sr. DB LaRon Landy, LSU, Sr.
OL Steve Vallos, Wake Forest, Sr. DB Daymeoin Hughes, California, Sr.
C Doug Datish, Ohio State, Sr. DB Antonio Smith, Ohio State, Sr.
UTIL Marshawn Lynch, California, Jr.
SPECIAL TEAMS SECOND UNIT
P Durant Brooks, Georgia Tech, Jr.
K Justin Medlock, UCLA, Sr.
RET Sammie Stroughter, Oregon St., Soph.
THIRD TEAM OFFENSE THIRD TEAM DEFENSE
QB Brady Quinn, Notre Dame, Sr. DL Tim Crowder, Texas, Sr.
RB Antonio Pittman, Ohio State, Sr. DL Mkristo Bruce, Washington State, Sr.
RB P.J. Hill, Jr., Wisconsin, Fr. DL Keith Jackson Jr., Arkansas, Sr.
WR Johnnie Lee Higgins, UTEP, Sr. DL Anthony Spencer, Purdue, Sr.
WR Jarrett Dillard, Rice, Soph. LB Brandon Siler, Florida, Sr.
TE Zach Miller, Arizona State, Sr. LB Dan Conner, Penn State, Sr.
OL Sam Baker, USC, Jr. LB Cameron Jensen, Brigham Young, Sr.
OL Chris Messner, Oklahoma, Sr. DB Tom Zbikowski, Notre Dame, Sr.
OL John Greco, Toledo, Jr. DB Mike Griffin, Texas, Sr.
OL Alex Boone, Ohio State, Soph. DB DeJuan Tribble, Boston College, Jr.
C Samson Satele, Hawaii, Sr. DB John Talley, Duke, Sr.
UTIL Garrett Wolfe, Northern Illinois, Sr.
SPECIAL TEAMS THIRD UNIT
P Brendan Carney, Syracuse, Sr.
K Brandon Pace, Virginia Tech, Sr.
RET Derek Pegues, Mississippi State, Soph.
Top ranked Ohio State leads all schools with seven players on this year’s team, followed by Michigan, Texas, and Penn State with four players each. Florida, California, and BYU each had three players cited. Perhaps the most glaring omission on this year’s All-American squad is the lack of representation from traditional powerhouse programs Miami, Nebraska, Georgia and Alabama. Over the years, these four programs have placed dozens of players on various All-American lists throughout the country.
“The one distinction that sets the RealFootball365 All-American Team apart from others is our “12th Man” Utility position on the offensive units,” said Hugo Guzman, RealFootball365.com editor-in-chief. “The players selected to this position on each respective unit of our 2006 All-American Team are multi-threat backs who are just as comfortable as receivers as they are chugging the ball on the ground.”
Following on the next three pages are the seventy-eight elite D-1A college football players selected to the 2006 RealFootball365.com All-American Team.
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For more information:
Todd Erickson, Sr. Editor
RealFootball365.com
310-497-8049
RealFootball365.com Division 1-A College Football All-Americans 2006
FIRST TEAM OFFENSE
QB Troy Smith, Ohio State, Sr.
In addition to the prerequisite individual stats, Smith's playmaking and leadership was a key ingredient in the Buckeyes' current 19-game winning streak, Big Ten title, #1 ranking and berth in the national title game.
RB Darren McFadden, Arkansas, Soph.
265 carries, 1,558 yds. (5.7 avg) 14 TDs, also was 6-8 passing with 3 TDs, and scored another TD receiving. His versatility creates all sorts of problems for defenders.
RB Ray Rice, Rutgers, Soph.
Quite simply, Rice is the backbone of Rutgers’ offense. He’s a punishing, tenacious ball carrier. 311 carries, 1,624 yds. (5.2 avg) 19 TDs.
WR Calvin Johnson, Georgia Tech, Jr.
67 receptions, 1,106 yds. (15.2 avg) 13 TDs. Has an incredible highlight reel despite being double-teamed.
WR Robert Meachem, Tennessee, Jr.
67 catches, 1,265 yds. (18.9 avg) 11 TDs. As sure-handed as they come, he had 42-yard and 80-yard TD receptions against Cal’s secondary in the season opener.
TE Jonny Harline, Brigham Young, Sr.
The latest in a stellar line of tight ends from BYU, Harline has the best hands of any TE in the nation. Frequently seen on ESPN’s “Plays of the Day” segment. 49 grabs, 754 yds. 11 TDs.
OL Joe Thomas, Wisconsin, Sr.
The Outland Trophy winner as best interior college lineman in the nation is also the top O-line NFL prospect.
OL Jake Long, Michigan, Jr.
A frontrunner for the Outland Trophy next year, Long is the anchor of the Wolverine offensive line. Could easily turn pro after this year.
OL Justin Blalock, Texas, Sr.
One of three Outland Trophy finalists, Blalock has started 49 consecutive games for the Longhorns and hasn’t given up a sack in the last 26 contests.
OL Kurt Quarterman, Louisville, Sr.
A punishing blocker, he’s been the Cardinals starting guard since 2004. Possesses great pulling speed and has also scored three TDs for Louisville.
C Dan Mozes, West Virginia, Sr.
Dominating blocker was an Outland Trophy finalist for best interior lineman in the country.
UTIL Steve Slaton, West Virginia, Soph
A threat to score on every touch. 245 rushes, 1,733 yds. (7.1 avg) 16 TDs. On the receiving end, Slaton had 25 catches, 340 yds. (13.8 avg) 2 TDs.
SPECIAL TEAMS FIRST UNIT
P Daniel Sepulveda, Baylor, Sr.
Winner of two Ray Guy Awards as the nation’s top punter. 46.5 yard average led nation (66 punts, 3,068 yds). Longest punt went 78 yards this season.
K Garrett Hartley, Oklahoma, Jr.
A Lou Groza Award finalist, Hartley notched 17 field goals in 18 attempts. He was 45-46 on extra points.
RET DeSean Jackson, California, Soph.
The best punt returner in college football (18.2 avg, 4 TDs) & equally dangerous receiver with 54 receptions, 979 yds. (18.1 avg) 9 TDs.
FIRST TEAM DEFENSE
DE LaMarr Woodley, Michigan, Sr.
Compact and powerful, the 6-2, 269-pounder had 11 1/2 sacks and recovered four fumbles while anchoring one of the nation's top defenses ... winner of the Lombardi Award.
DE Gaines Adams, Clemson, Sr.
Led ACC with 10.5 quarterback sacks and 15.5 tackles for loss, returned fumble 66 yards for a TD at Wake Forest.
DT Quinn Pitcock, Ohio State, Sr.
An All-Big Ten choice…registered 7 sacks, clogged the middle and provided stability for a young Buckeye defense.
DT Glen Dorsey, LSU, Jr.
One of the pillars of a rugged defensive line that helped the Tigers allow just 12.5 points per game.
LB James Laurinaitis, Ohio State, Soph.
100 tackles, five interceptions, four sacks: Enough said. Oh, yes, and he won the Bronko Nagurski Award.
LB Patrick Willis, Mississippi. Sr.
The Butkus Award winner was the valiant cornerstone of a so-so team, registering 124 tackles, 12 for loss.
LB Rufus Alexander, Oklahoma, Sr.
Big 12 Defensive Player of the Year…has led OK in tackles for two seasons—no mean feat on swarming Sooner "D."
DB Leon Hall, Michigan, Sr.
The last line of defense for stout Wolverine unit…adept at covering both the run and the pass. Loves to go 1-on-1.
DB Aaron Ross, Texas, Sr.
The second straight Longhorn winner of the Jim Thorpe Award, put up some nice numbers even though opposing teams generally avoided him.
DB Reggie Nelson, Florida, Jr.
Wears No. 1, led his team in interceptions and produced 50 tackles, as well. More than anyone else, Nelson was the face of a feisty Gator stop unit.
DB Eric Weddle, Utah, Sr.
A frequent two-way performer, Weddle was named Mountain West Conference Defensive Player of the Year for the second consecutive season.
SECOND TEAM OFFENSE SECOND TEAM DEFENSE
QB John Beck, Brigham Young, Sr. DL Justin Hickman, UCLA, Sr.
RB Ian Johnson, Boise State, Soph. DL Eric Foster, Rutgers, Jr.
RB Mike Hart, Michigan, Jr. DL Jarvis Moss, Florida, Jr.
WR Dwayne Jarrett, USC, Jr. DL Amobi Okoye, Louisville, Sr.
WR Davone Bess, Hawaii, Soph. LB Paul Posluszny, Penn State, Sr.
TE Matt Spaeth, Minnesota, Sr. LB Buster Davis, Florida State, Sr.
OL Levi Brown, Penn State, Sr. LB H.B. Blades, Pitt, Sr.
OL Arron Sears, Tennessee, Sr. DB Dwight Lowery, San Jose State, Jr.
OL Ben Grubbs, Auburn, Sr. DB LaRon Landy, LSU, Sr.
OL Steve Vallos, Wake Forest, Sr. DB Daymeoin Hughes, California, Sr.
C Doug Datish, Ohio State, Sr. DB Antonio Smith, Ohio State, Sr.
UTIL Marshawn Lynch, California, Jr.
SPECIAL TEAMS SECOND UNIT
P Durant Brooks, Georgia Tech, Jr.
K Justin Medlock, UCLA, Sr.
RET Sammie Stroughter, Oregon St., Soph.
THIRD TEAM OFFENSE THIRD TEAM DEFENSE
QB Brady Quinn, Notre Dame, Sr. DL Tim Crowder, Texas, Sr.
RB Antonio Pittman, Ohio State, Sr. DL Mkristo Bruce, Washington State, Sr.
RB P.J. Hill, Jr., Wisconsin, Fr. DL Keith Jackson Jr., Arkansas, Sr.
WR Johnnie Lee Higgins, UTEP, Sr. DL Anthony Spencer, Purdue, Sr.
WR Jarrett Dillard, Rice, Soph. LB Brandon Siler, Florida, Sr.
TE Zach Miller, Arizona State, Sr. LB Dan Conner, Penn State, Sr.
OL Sam Baker, USC, Jr. LB Cameron Jensen, Brigham Young, Sr.
OL Chris Messner, Oklahoma, Sr. DB Tom Zbikowski, Notre Dame, Sr.
OL John Greco, Toledo, Jr. DB Mike Griffin, Texas, Sr.
OL Alex Boone, Ohio State, Soph. DB DeJuan Tribble, Boston College, Jr.
C Samson Satele, Hawaii, Sr. DB John Talley, Duke, Sr.
UTIL Garrett Wolfe, Northern Illinois, Sr.
SPECIAL TEAMS THIRD UNIT
P Brendan Carney, Syracuse, Sr.
K Brandon Pace, Virginia Tech, Sr.
RET Derek Pegues, Mississippi State, Soph.
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