Kelvin Banks Jr. of Texas Wins Lombardi Award as Nation's Top Lineman

The standout offensive tackle becomes the fourth Longhorn to claim the prestigious honor, recognizing his exceptional performance and leadership.

Kelvin Banks Jr., a junior offensive tackle for the Texas Longhorns, was awarded the 2024 Rotary Lombardi Award, given annually to the nation's best collegiate lineman.
Banks has started 37 games at left tackle over three seasons, allowing just three sacks in his career, and is projected as a first-round pick in the 2025 NFL Draft.
The award, established in 1970 and named after legendary coach Vince Lombardi, honors both athletic excellence and character, with proceeds supporting cancer research.
Banks is the fourth Texas player to win the award, joining Kenneth Sims (1981), Tony Degrate (1984), and Brian Orakpo (2008).
Despite missing the SEC Championship Game due to injury, Banks is expected to return for Texas' College Football Playoff game against Clemson on December 21.