Awards

Distinguished American

Presented to individuals who have made significant contributions to the game of American football or who have achieved national stature.

Recent Honoree

Steve Spurrier

University of Florida • 2023 Winner

Steve Spurrier, a legendary player and head coach who won a Heisman Trophy at Florida and later led the Gators to a national championship, is honored for his lifelong, profound contributions to college football.

View School Profile

Distinguished American Registry

Explore all historical Distinguished American honorees.

49 Recipients Found

Year:

Year	Recipient Name	Affiliated Institution / Organization
2023	Steve Spurrier	University of Florida
2022	Tom Coughlin	Syracuse University
2021	Jerry Jones	Dallas Cowboys (NFL)
2019	Chris Berman	Brown University
2018	Archie Manning	University of Mississippi
2017	Lee Corso	Florida State University
2016	Mike Ditka	University of Pittsburgh
2015	Tim Shriver	Yale University
2014	Verne Lundquist	Texas Lutheran University
2013	Joe Theismann	University of Notre Dame
2012	Tom Osborne	Hastings College
2011	Floyd Little	Syracuse University
2010	Chuck Bednarik	University of Pennsylvania
2009	Robin Roberts	Southeastern Louisiana University
2008	Len Dawson	Purdue University

Showing 1 to 15 of 49 recipients