DURHAM, N.C. – Duke redshirt senior offensive tackle Gabe Brandner has been named to the preseason watch list for the Wuerffel Trophy. The award, known as “College Football’s Premier Award for Community Service,” is presented annually by the All Sports Association in Fort Walton Beach, Fla. Named after 1996 Heisman Trophy winning quarterback Danny Wuerffel from the University of Florida, the Wuerffel Trophy is awarded to the FBS player that best combines exemplary community service with athletic and academic achievement.
Brandner, a 6-6, 285-pound Blythewood, S.C., is a preseason All-ACC selection by Lindy’s Sports (3rd team) and Athlon Sports (4th team).