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Official Jim Thorpe Award announcements
Jahdae Barron of Texas Wins 2024 Jim Thorpe Award, Third Longhorn After Michael Huff and Aaron Ross
Dec 13, 2024, 02:48 AM
Jahdae Barron, a cornerback from the University of Texas, has been awarded the 2024 Jim Thorpe Award, recognizing him as the nation's top defensive back. This accolade marks a significant achievement in Barron's career, as he becomes the third Longhorn to win the award, following Michael Huff in 2005 and Aaron Ross in 2006. Barron's decision to return for an additional season was motivated by his goal to secure the Thorpe Award. His win ties Texas with Oklahoma and LSU for the most Thorpe Award winners, each with three. The announcement of the award was celebrated widely, highlighting Barron's impact on the field and his journey from basketball to football.
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