Collin Oliver was a special player for the Cowboys this season, but his position coach said it’s more than the game-icing sacks that make Oliver easy to cheer for.
Oliver was named the FWAA’s Most Inspirational Freshman on Monday, as well as being named to the FWAA’s Freshman All-American Team. During the FWAA’s award show, Oklahoma State defensive line coach Joe Bob Clements heaped high praise on the Cowboys’ leading sack-getter, saying Oliver’s character stands out more than even his excellent football abilities.
“By the time he ended his sophomore season of high school, I had a pretty good idea that he had a chance to be a very quality football player,” Clements said.