OMAHA – Alabama senior center Ryan Kelly and junior defensive tackle A’Shawn Robinson were selected as two of six semifinalists for the Outland Trophy, the Football Writers Association of America announced at a reception hosted by the Greater Omaha Sports Committee Thursday evening. The Outland Trophy is presented each season to the nation’s best interior lineman on offense or defense.
Kelly is the Crimson Tide’s senior leader and a veteran of 31 starts over the past three seasons. As the anchor of the offensive line, Kelly has provided excellent pass protection for Jake Coker, not allowing a sack and only surrendering three quarterback hurries in 313 pass attempts this season.