Army West Point Athletics
Riley Selected to Chuck Bednarik Award Watch List
July 12, 2019 | Football
Chuck Bednarik Award Watch List
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WEST POINT, N.Y. - Senior defensive back Elijah Riley was selected to the Chuck Bednarik Award Watch List, which is presented annually to the best defensive player in college football.
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Riley became a key leader in Army's secondary a year ago. He finished third on the team with 55 tackles to go along with 39 solo grabs. The Port Jefferson, N.Y., native chipped in 7.5 tackles for a loss of 27 yards and 10 pass breakups.
"Elijah has been a key player for us since day one," head coach Jeff Monken said. "He consistently shuts down his side of the field when he battles against our opponent's top talent. He has also helped our secondary rank 21st and 14th in the nation against the pass over the last two years. I'm excited to see him lead our defense in his final season."
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He was named to the 2018 All-Independent First Team and was chosen as a team captain by his teammates following spring practice. Riley has accumulated 122 total tackles, including 87 unassisted ones.
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The Black Knights kick off their season Aug. 30 when they host Rice at Michie Stadium at 6 p.m. Army will be looking to start the season off right with its 14th straight home victory.
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The Chuck Bednarik Award is a member of the National College Football Awards Association (NCFAA), which encompasses the most prestigious awards in college football. Founded in 1997, the NCFAA and its 25 awards now boast over 800 recipients, dating to 1935. Visit ncfaa.org to learn more about the association.
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Semifinalists for the Chuck Bednarik Award will be announced October 29, 2019, while the three finalists for the award will be unveiled November 25, 2019. The winner of the 2019 Chuck Bednarik Award will be announced as part of the Home Depot College Football Awards Show held on December 12, 2019. The formal presentations of this award will be made at the Maxwell Football Club Awards Gala hosted by Tropicana Hotel &Casino Atlantic City on March 13, 2020.
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Season tickets, group tickets and mini plans are all on sale now for the 2019 season.
To purchase season and group tickets for the 2019 season, Click Here.
To purchase your mini plan online for the upcoming season, Click Here.
Fans can also call the ticket office at 877-TIX-ARMY (849-2769) or the Army A Club at 845-938-2322.
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WEST POINT, N.Y. - Senior defensive back Elijah Riley was selected to the Chuck Bednarik Award Watch List, which is presented annually to the best defensive player in college football.
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Riley became a key leader in Army's secondary a year ago. He finished third on the team with 55 tackles to go along with 39 solo grabs. The Port Jefferson, N.Y., native chipped in 7.5 tackles for a loss of 27 yards and 10 pass breakups.
"Elijah has been a key player for us since day one," head coach Jeff Monken said. "He consistently shuts down his side of the field when he battles against our opponent's top talent. He has also helped our secondary rank 21st and 14th in the nation against the pass over the last two years. I'm excited to see him lead our defense in his final season."
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He was named to the 2018 All-Independent First Team and was chosen as a team captain by his teammates following spring practice. Riley has accumulated 122 total tackles, including 87 unassisted ones.
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The Black Knights kick off their season Aug. 30 when they host Rice at Michie Stadium at 6 p.m. Army will be looking to start the season off right with its 14th straight home victory.
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The Chuck Bednarik Award is a member of the National College Football Awards Association (NCFAA), which encompasses the most prestigious awards in college football. Founded in 1997, the NCFAA and its 25 awards now boast over 800 recipients, dating to 1935. Visit ncfaa.org to learn more about the association.
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Semifinalists for the Chuck Bednarik Award will be announced October 29, 2019, while the three finalists for the award will be unveiled November 25, 2019. The winner of the 2019 Chuck Bednarik Award will be announced as part of the Home Depot College Football Awards Show held on December 12, 2019. The formal presentations of this award will be made at the Maxwell Football Club Awards Gala hosted by Tropicana Hotel &Casino Atlantic City on March 13, 2020.
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Season tickets, group tickets and mini plans are all on sale now for the 2019 season.
To purchase season and group tickets for the 2019 season, Click Here.
To purchase your mini plan online for the upcoming season, Click Here.
Fans can also call the ticket office at 877-TIX-ARMY (849-2769) or the Army A Club at 845-938-2322.
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