The Football Writers Association of America released the 2015 watch lists for the Bronko Nagurski Trophy and the Outland Trophy. The Nagurski Trophy is handed out annually to the national defensive player of the year. The Outland Trophy is given to the top interior lineman in college football. The Southeastern Conference led all other conferences with the most players selected for each watch list.
Chris Jones, who has already been named to the 2015 Bednarik Award watch list, has been added to the Nagurski and Outland watch lists. The 6′ 6″, 308 lb Junior defensive tackle has also been a Sporting News Preseason All-American after a very successful sophomore season.