Dell, Tune on Maxwell Watch List
7/18/2022 9:00:00 AM | Football
Houston joins Texas as only in-state program with multiple honorees
HOUSTON – University of Houston Football senior quarterback Clayton Tune and junior wide receiver Nathaniel Dell have been named to the watch list for the 86th Maxwell Award, the Maxwell Football Club announced Monday.
The award, named after distinguished sportswriter Robert "Tiny" Maxwell, has been presented to the College Player of the Year every season since 1937.
The Cougars are one of 13 schools to have multiple players on the watch list. Eight players from six schools across the state of Texas made the list with Houston and Texas being the only programs with two representatives. Houston is the lone American Athletic Conference program with multiple honorees on the list.
Tune posted a career year in 2021, recording career highs in games played (14), completions (287), passing yards (3,550), passing touchdowns (30), and completion percentage (68.3) in the road to leading the Cougars to a 12-2 overall record, an appearance in the American Athletic Conference Championship game and a Birmingham Bowl victory over Auburn. His performance on the field last season catapulted him up the Houston record books, moving up to seventh all-time in passing yards and fifth all-time in passing touchdowns in program history.
Dell had a breakout sophomore season, registering career highs while hauling in 90 passes for 1,329 yards and 12 touchdowns. The wideout made himself a top target for Tune en route to a spot on the All-American Athletic Conference First Team last year. The Daytona Beach, Fla., native was one of 15 wide receivers nationwide to make the list and only wide receiver from Texas to be selected. Dell and East Carolina running back Keaton Mitchell were the only two skill position players from The American to make the watch list.
Semifinalists for the Maxwell Award will be announced on Nov. 1 and the final three candidates for the award will be revealed on Nov. 22.
Season Tickets on Sale
Your Houston Football program is fresh off a 12-win campaign and Birmingham Bowl title and fans are encouraged to act quickly to purchase 2022 season tickets while supplies last. Season tickets are available for as low as $99.
First-time season tickets holders can click here to purchase tickets or call the Houston Athletics Ticket Office at 713-GO-COOGS (462-6647).
Houston Athletics is excited to introduce our new "Family Four-Pack" seats that offer a fun and affordable entertainment option for families to come enjoy Houston Cougar Football starting as low as $80 per ticket (based on minimum of 4 tickets on select seating locations). For a full list of prices and TDECU Stadium seating map, click here.
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The award, named after distinguished sportswriter Robert "Tiny" Maxwell, has been presented to the College Player of the Year every season since 1937.
The Cougars are one of 13 schools to have multiple players on the watch list. Eight players from six schools across the state of Texas made the list with Houston and Texas being the only programs with two representatives. Houston is the lone American Athletic Conference program with multiple honorees on the list.
Tune posted a career year in 2021, recording career highs in games played (14), completions (287), passing yards (3,550), passing touchdowns (30), and completion percentage (68.3) in the road to leading the Cougars to a 12-2 overall record, an appearance in the American Athletic Conference Championship game and a Birmingham Bowl victory over Auburn. His performance on the field last season catapulted him up the Houston record books, moving up to seventh all-time in passing yards and fifth all-time in passing touchdowns in program history.
Dell had a breakout sophomore season, registering career highs while hauling in 90 passes for 1,329 yards and 12 touchdowns. The wideout made himself a top target for Tune en route to a spot on the All-American Athletic Conference First Team last year. The Daytona Beach, Fla., native was one of 15 wide receivers nationwide to make the list and only wide receiver from Texas to be selected. Dell and East Carolina running back Keaton Mitchell were the only two skill position players from The American to make the watch list.
Semifinalists for the Maxwell Award will be announced on Nov. 1 and the final three candidates for the award will be revealed on Nov. 22.
Season Tickets on Sale
Your Houston Football program is fresh off a 12-win campaign and Birmingham Bowl title and fans are encouraged to act quickly to purchase 2022 season tickets while supplies last. Season tickets are available for as low as $99.
First-time season tickets holders can click here to purchase tickets or call the Houston Athletics Ticket Office at 713-GO-COOGS (462-6647).
Houston Athletics is excited to introduce our new "Family Four-Pack" seats that offer a fun and affordable entertainment option for families to come enjoy Houston Cougar Football starting as low as $80 per ticket (based on minimum of 4 tickets on select seating locations). For a full list of prices and TDECU Stadium seating map, click here.
SUPPORT HOUSTON RISE
Join Houston Rise, a $150 million fundraising campaign for Houston Athletics dedicated to championship success in the Big 12 Conference. Every Houston Rise contribution prepares our Cougars to compete and win when we start Big 12 competition in July 2023. Click here to rise and be counted.
JOIN The 46ers and The HUDDLE
Fans are invited to join the 46ers and the Huddle to directly support Houston Football. Members provide financial support directly to Houston Football for needs beyond operating budget. For more information about the 46ers and the Huddle, call Cougar Pride at 713-743-GoUH (4684) or click here.
STAY CONNECTED
Fans can receive updates by following @UHCougarFB on Twitter and catch up with the latest news and notes on the team by clicking LIKE on the team's Facebook page at Houston Cougar Football. Fans can also follow the team on Instagram at uhcougarfb.
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