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Texas lineman Hero Kanu moves into Campbell Trophy semifinal field

Hero Kanu is among the semifinalists for the William V. Campbell Trophy, the National Football Foundation announced Sept. 23.

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September 23, 20261 min read

Texas defensive lineman Hero Kanu was selected as a semifinalist for the William V. Campbell Trophy, according to an announcement from the National Football Foundation on Sept. 23. The source did not release additional information about Kanu’s selection.

The award honors a scholarship athlete based on academic performance, on-field play and leadership. Texas has had a finalist for the honor in each of the last two seasons. Linebacker Trey Moore was a finalist in 2025, after center Jake Majors reached that stage in 2024.

Two Longhorns have won the Campbell Trophy. Center Dallas Griffin received it in 2007, and defensive end Sam Acho was honored in 2010. The report was published by Burnt Orange Nation.

Source: Burnt Orange Nation.

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