CLEMSON, S.C. — The American Heart Association announced today that Clemson Head Coach Dabo Swinney has been named a finalist for the Paul “Bear” Bryant Award.
Now in its 33rd year, the award recognizes the country’s top college football coach for his contributions both on and off the field. The award is selected after all bowl games have concluded and is voted on by the National Sports Media Association. Swinney is one of seven finalists for the award this season:
- Josh Heupel – UCF
- Brian Kelly – Notre Dame
- Jeff Monken – Army
- Nick Saban – Alabama
- Jeff Tedford – Fresno State
Swinney is a two-time Bear Bryant Award winner, having collected the honor following the 2015 and 2016 seasons.