University of Memphis Athletics
Dykes Named to Earl Campbell Tyler Rose Award Watch List
Aug 05, 2021 | Football
MEMPHIS, Tenn. – University of Memphis football's tight end Sean Dykes was named to the Earl Campbell Tyler Rose Award Watch List on Thursday at the Tyler Area Chamber of Commerce and SPORTyler 15th Annual East Texas Kick-off Luncheon.
The Earl Campbell Tyler Rose Award recognizes the top offensive player in Division I football who also exhibits the enduring characteristics that define Earl Campbell: integrity, performance, teamwork, sportsmanship, drive, community and tenacity; specifically, tenacity to persist and determination to overcome adversity and injury in pursuit of reaching goals.
In addition, the nominee must meet one or more of the following criteria: born in Texas and/or graduated from a Texas High School and/or played at a Texas-based junior college or four-year college.
Dykes, a Houston, Texas native and graduate of Manvel High School, was also named to the John Mackey Award Watch List earlier this month. Last season, Dykes earned Honorable-Mention All-American Athletic Conference honors after reeling in 47 receptions for 581 yards and seven touchdowns.
He averaged 12.4 yards per catch and totaled two games with over 100 yards receiving, including a standout performance in the victory over USF, going for 147 yards and two scores on seven catches.
Entering the season, Dykes has 80 receptions for 1,169 yards and 12 touchdowns in his Memphis career. He is the school-record holder for most receiving yards by a tight end.
The Earl Campbell Tyler Rose Award Watch List announced today will be narrowed to up to 16 semifinalists in November and then up to 5 finalists in December. They will be selected by broadcasters, commentators, journalists, fans, and previous winners. The finalists will be brought to Tyler for The Earl Campbell Tyler Rose Award Banquet scheduled for January 12, 2022.
The Earl Campbell Tyler Rose Award was announced in 2012 by the Tyler Area Chamber of Commerce and SPORTyler.
"We are fortunate to have a celebrity who exhibits the impeccable virtues that define this award," Cindy Smoak, Executive Director SPORTyler said. In addition to being a well-known sports figure, Earl also earned a college degree, married his high school sweetheart, raised two successful sons and still supports the community where he grew up."
Earl Campbell graduated from John Tyler High School in Tyler before joining the Texas Longhorns under legendary Coach Darrell K. Royal. In his senior year, he led the nation with 1,744 yards rushing and 19 touchdowns, going on to win the Longhorns' first Heisman Trophy.
He was subsequently drafted by the Houston Oilers where he won Rookie of the Year honors in 1978 and went on to lead the NFL in rushing 3 times. Campbell earned NFL MVP in 1979 and was elected to the Pro Football Hall of Fame in 1991. He now resides in Austin.
"All my life, all I wanted to do was be an athlete," Campbell said. "I kept God in my life and surrounded myself with good people. I am humbled by this award named in my honor."
For more information about The Earl Campbell Tyler Rose Award go to earlcampbellaward.com or contact Cindy Smoak, SPORTyler, Tyler Area Chamber of Commerce: csmoak@tylertexas.com or 903-595-7226.
Single-game tickets, season tickets and mini-plans for Memphis Football are now on sale and can be purchased online at www.GoTigersGoTix.com or by calling (901) 678-2331.
2021 Memphis Football Preseason Watch Lists
Maxwell Award – Calvin Austin III
Bednarik Award – Quindell Johnson
Allstate AFCA Good Works Team – Preston Brady
Biletnikoff Award – Calvin Austin III
Mackey Award – Sean Dykes
Thorpe Award – Quindell Johnson
Outland Trophy – Dylan Parham
Wuerffel Trophy – Preston Brady
Rotary Lombardi Award – Dylan Parham
Earl Campbell Tyler Rose Award – Sean Dykes
How to follow the Tigers: For complete information on Memphis Tigers Football, visit www.GoTigersGo.com and follow the team's social media channels on Twitter, Instagram and Facebook.
The Earl Campbell Tyler Rose Award recognizes the top offensive player in Division I football who also exhibits the enduring characteristics that define Earl Campbell: integrity, performance, teamwork, sportsmanship, drive, community and tenacity; specifically, tenacity to persist and determination to overcome adversity and injury in pursuit of reaching goals.
In addition, the nominee must meet one or more of the following criteria: born in Texas and/or graduated from a Texas High School and/or played at a Texas-based junior college or four-year college.
Dykes, a Houston, Texas native and graduate of Manvel High School, was also named to the John Mackey Award Watch List earlier this month. Last season, Dykes earned Honorable-Mention All-American Athletic Conference honors after reeling in 47 receptions for 581 yards and seven touchdowns.
He averaged 12.4 yards per catch and totaled two games with over 100 yards receiving, including a standout performance in the victory over USF, going for 147 yards and two scores on seven catches.
Entering the season, Dykes has 80 receptions for 1,169 yards and 12 touchdowns in his Memphis career. He is the school-record holder for most receiving yards by a tight end.
The Earl Campbell Tyler Rose Award Watch List announced today will be narrowed to up to 16 semifinalists in November and then up to 5 finalists in December. They will be selected by broadcasters, commentators, journalists, fans, and previous winners. The finalists will be brought to Tyler for The Earl Campbell Tyler Rose Award Banquet scheduled for January 12, 2022.
The Earl Campbell Tyler Rose Award was announced in 2012 by the Tyler Area Chamber of Commerce and SPORTyler.
"We are fortunate to have a celebrity who exhibits the impeccable virtues that define this award," Cindy Smoak, Executive Director SPORTyler said. In addition to being a well-known sports figure, Earl also earned a college degree, married his high school sweetheart, raised two successful sons and still supports the community where he grew up."
Earl Campbell graduated from John Tyler High School in Tyler before joining the Texas Longhorns under legendary Coach Darrell K. Royal. In his senior year, he led the nation with 1,744 yards rushing and 19 touchdowns, going on to win the Longhorns' first Heisman Trophy.
He was subsequently drafted by the Houston Oilers where he won Rookie of the Year honors in 1978 and went on to lead the NFL in rushing 3 times. Campbell earned NFL MVP in 1979 and was elected to the Pro Football Hall of Fame in 1991. He now resides in Austin.
"All my life, all I wanted to do was be an athlete," Campbell said. "I kept God in my life and surrounded myself with good people. I am humbled by this award named in my honor."
For more information about The Earl Campbell Tyler Rose Award go to earlcampbellaward.com or contact Cindy Smoak, SPORTyler, Tyler Area Chamber of Commerce: csmoak@tylertexas.com or 903-595-7226.
Single-game tickets, season tickets and mini-plans for Memphis Football are now on sale and can be purchased online at www.GoTigersGoTix.com or by calling (901) 678-2331.
2021 Memphis Football Preseason Watch Lists
Maxwell Award – Calvin Austin III
Bednarik Award – Quindell Johnson
Allstate AFCA Good Works Team – Preston Brady
Biletnikoff Award – Calvin Austin III
Mackey Award – Sean Dykes
Thorpe Award – Quindell Johnson
Outland Trophy – Dylan Parham
Wuerffel Trophy – Preston Brady
Rotary Lombardi Award – Dylan Parham
Earl Campbell Tyler Rose Award – Sean Dykes
How to follow the Tigers: For complete information on Memphis Tigers Football, visit www.GoTigersGo.com and follow the team's social media channels on Twitter, Instagram and Facebook.
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