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LBs Michael Pinckney, Shaquille Quarterman named to Butkus Award Watchlist

Continuing the cavalcade of watchlist nominations, Miami Hurricanes senior LBs Michael Pinckney and Shaquille Quarterman were both recently named to the Butkus Award watchlist.

The pair of seniors has started together since their freshman year, and are among the best players in the country at their position. With more than 450 combined tackles in 3 years of play, both Pinckney and Quarterman have proven their worth time and time again for the Canes.

Here’s more on this nomination from Miami Athletics:

CORAL GABLES, Fla. – Seniors Michael Pinckney and Shaquille Quarterman were among those players named to the watch list for the 35th annual Butkus Award, honoring the nation’s best linebacker.