University of Houston Athletics
Freeman Named Jason Witten Award Semifinalist
10/18/2023 12:20:00 PM | Football
Houston team captain among 20 semifinalists for Collegiate Man of the Year
HOUSTON – University of Houston Football team captain and starting center Jack Freeman has been named one of 20 semifinalists for the Jason Witten Collegiate Man of the Year Award, honoring college football's top leaders, the award's selection committee announced Wednesday.
Freeman is among three semifinalists from the Big 12 Conference and two from the state of Texas. The award, presented by Albertsons and Tom Thumb, is the first college football honor to focus primarily on a player's leadership, both on and off the field.
Freeman has been a mainstay both on and off the field, helping lead the Cougars to 23 victories since the start of the 2021 season. The senior has made 31 career starts since joining the program in 2018. This season, Freeman has not permitted a sack in 255 opportunities. He has started all six games and played 435 snaps.
Freeman earned his degree in Bachelor of Science, Fitness & Sports during fall 2022, having previously earned a spot on the American Athletic Conference's All-Academic Team. In his free time, has been active in the community including engaging with his hometown Midlothian Youth Football League as part of his passion to empower students to pursue dreams with confidence.
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Freeman is among three semifinalists from the Big 12 Conference and two from the state of Texas. The award, presented by Albertsons and Tom Thumb, is the first college football honor to focus primarily on a player's leadership, both on and off the field.Freeman has been a mainstay both on and off the field, helping lead the Cougars to 23 victories since the start of the 2021 season. The senior has made 31 career starts since joining the program in 2018. This season, Freeman has not permitted a sack in 255 opportunities. He has started all six games and played 435 snaps.Freeman earned his degree in Bachelor of Science, Fitness & Sports during fall 2022, having previously earned a spot on the American Athletic Conference's All-Academic Team. In his free time, has been active in the community including engaging with his hometown Midlothian Youth Football League as part of his passion to empower students to pursue dreams with confidence.
TICKETS ON SALE
Be part of history this fall by purchasing tickets for Houston Football's inaugural season in the Big 12 Conference. Single-game tickets are available for Big 12 matchups against Cincinnati and Oklahoma State by clicking 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 in the Big 12.
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
Follow Houston Football on Twitter and Instagram at @UHCougarFB, and "Like" Houston Cougar Football on Facebook.
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