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Alabama's DeVonta Smith Named 2020 Paul Hornung Award Winner

Alabama wide receiver/return specialist Devonta Smith was named the 2020 Paul Hornung Award winner Tuesday.

Smith is the first Alabama player to win the award in its 11-year history. The award was founded to recognize players who excel in multiple roles on the field.

"I am truly honored to be named the winner of the Paul Hornung Award," Smith said in a statement. "I take pride in being the most complete and versatile football player I can possibly be, and to have my name mentioned in the same breath as Paul Hornung is truly special.