Two Georgia players named semifinalists for Bednarik Award

Georgia is the only team in the nation with two players as semifinalists for the Bednarik Award, given to the nation’s most outstanding defensive player.

Two Georgia Bulldogs have been named among the 18 semifinalists for the Bednarik Award, given to the nation’s best defensive player.

Georgia is the only team in the nation with two players on the list. Defensive lineman Jordan Davis and linebacker Nakobe Dean are the two Dawgs recognized as semifinalists.

Both Davis and Dean have been outstanding for Georgia’s top ranked defense this year.

Davis, at 6-foot-6, 340 pounds, has become a household name among college football fans this year for his size, athleticism and overall domination. The stats are not there for Davis, but anyone who has watched a Georgia game this season is aware of the difference he makes.

Dean may not be as well-known of a name yet outside of the DawgNation, but he’s getting the job and had one of his best games of the year on Saturday against Florida. He recorded seven tackles, had a quarterback hurry that led to an interception and had a pick-six to close out the first half in Georgia’s win. Dean ranks second on the team in tackles and sacks.