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J.K. Dobbins Named First-Team All-American By FWAA, Earning a Tree in Buckeye Grove

Ohio State can add another tree to Buckeye Grove.

J.K. Dobbins was named a first-team All-American by the FWAA on Monday afternoon, earning himself a tree in Ohio State's Buckeye All-American Grove.

In 13 games this season, Dobbins has rushed for 1,829 yards, which is good for No. 3 in the country and also the third-most in Ohio State history – just 50 yards shy of surpassing Ezekiel Elliott's second-place total.

Congratulations to @Jkdobbins22 from @OhioStateFB on being named FWAA First Team All-America! pic.twitter.com/qvRhtxs4nj

— Goodyear Cotton Bowl Classic (@CottonBowlGame) December 16, 2019

Dobbins has been at his best against elite teams this season, averaging more than 175 yards per game and 10 touchdowns against top-15 teams, and has at least one touchdown in eight straight games, leading the conference.