Son of late NBA player Darryl Dawkins, the Penn
State senior offensive lineman has carved his own path as a leader
both on and off the field.
Nick Dawkins, a three-time Academic All-Big Ten honoree and Penn
State's 2023 Public Service Award winner who founded the Dawkins
Family Foundation to champion academic and athletic excellence for
young students, is this year’s Allstate Wuerffel Trophy recipient
and Allstate AFCA Good Works Team Captain.
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Nick Dawkins, 2024 Allstate Wuerffel
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Dawkins started the Dawkins Family Foundation in 2022 to provide
educational and enrichment opportunities for youth. The foundation
presents three scholarships to high school seniors, including one
in honor of Dawkins’ late father, Darryl Dawkins. The organization
offers educational workshops and sponsors charitable events in
Pennsylvania’s Lehigh Valley region, where Dawkins attended
Parkland High School.
“It’s all about helping those both on and outside my team.
Nothing has stopped me from chasing that dream,” Dawkins said.
“This honor underscores the importance of giving back, and I am
grateful to Danny Wuerffel and The Wuerffel Foundation, Allstate,
and the AFCA for celebrating those who serve to make a
difference.”
Dawkins has brought his passion to life at the YMCA of Centre
County, where he created summer sports camps, and at Penn State,
where he leads Uplifting Athletics in raising funds for rare
disease research. Beyond his public roles, Dawkins is a devoted son
and brother, providing unwavering support to his family, especially
his sister with Down syndrome.
“Nick’s selfless leadership and meaningful impact on others have
rightfully earned him the 20th anniversary of this award,” said
Danny Wuerffel, the former NFL quarterback, Heisman Trophy winner
and College Football Hall of Famer for whom the Allstate Wuerffel
Trophy is named. “Every one of us has the opportunity to make a
difference in the lives of others. Nick exemplifies this powerful
capability. Congratulations to him on this prestigious honor.”
Celebrating its 20th anniversary this year, the Allstate
Wuerffel Trophy represents college football’s premier award for
community service, honoring the long-lasting impact of Danny
Wuerffel’s inspiring service. The award is presented to one of the
11 NCAA Football Bowl Subdivision (FBS) players elected to the
Allstate AFCA Good Works Team who best combines exemplary community
service, leadership and performance on and off the field. This
milestone highlights two decades of recognizing athletes who are
making a meaningful impact on the field and beyond the sport.
Dawkins joins an elite fraternity of 19 previous Trophy recipients,
and hundreds of Good Works Team members since its inception in
1992.
The Allstate AFCA Good Works Team names 22 student-athletes and
one head coach for exemplary community service. This year's
Allstate AFCA Good Works Team was selected from a record 178
nominees, representing players and coaches from colleges and
universities across the country for their unwavering commitment to
community service and their “good works” off the field.
“Nick represents our shared purpose at Allstate to improve
communities,” said Troy Hawkes, Allstate executive vice president
and general manager. “This recognition is a testament to his
outstanding achievements and his commitment to giving back to
others. We’re excited to see him continue this important work.”
The Allstate AFCA Good Works Team is selected by a voting panel
of former Allstate AFCA Good Works Team members, current and former
head coaches and journalists who look for exceptional leadership on
and off the football field.
The Allstate Wuerffel Trophy and Allstate AFCA Good Works Team
Captain finalists and recipient are selected by a prestigious
national voting committee, including a fan vote component.
Fans can use #WuerffelTrophy and #GoodWorksTeam on social media
to congratulate Dawkins and help others learn more about his
well-deserved recognition.
About the Allstate AFCA Good Works Team
The Allstate AFCA Good Works Team was established in 1992 by the
College Football Association, recognizing the extra efforts made by
college football players and student support staff off the field.
AFCA became the governing body of the award in 1997 and continues
to honor college football players who go the extra mile for those
in need. Allstate worked to present the award starting with the
2008 season.
The Southeastern Conference (SEC) leads all conferences with 89
selections to the Allstate AFCA Good Works Team since it began in
1992. The SEC is followed by the Atlantic Coast Conference with 55
selections and the Minnesota Intercollegiate Athletic Conference
with 43 selections. Georgia is in first place with 24 honorees to
the Allstate AFCA Good Works Team. The Bulldogs are followed by
Kentucky and Bethel (Minn.) with 18 honorees. Super Bowl XLII, XLVI
and XLI champion quarterbacks Eli and Peyton Manning were members
of the 2002 and 1997 Allstate AFCA Good Works Teams,
respectively.
About the AFCA
The American Football Coaches Association (AFCA) was founded in
1922 and currently has more than 11,000 members around the world
ranging from the high school level to the professional ranks.
According to its constitution, the AFCA was formed, in part, to
“maintain the highest possible standards in football and in the
coaching profession” and to “provide a forum for the discussion and
study of all matters pertaining to football.”
For more information about the AFCA, visit www.AFCA.com. If you
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If you are ready to join, please fill out the AFCA Membership
Request Form.
About the Wuerffel Foundation
The Wuerffel Foundation is dedicated to supporting Danny
Wuerffel's mission to inspire greater service and unity in the
world, built on the three values of excellence, service and
humility. As a recognized humanitarian, Danny mentors community
leaders and connects them with philanthropic resources. The
foundation annually presents the prestigious Allstate Wuerffel
Trophy, college football’s premier award for community service, and
hosts the Desire Cup and PickleBowl events.
About the Allstate Wuerffel Trophy
The Allstate Wuerffel Trophy, a member of the National College
Football Awards Association, is college football’s premier award
for community service. The trophy is presented annually by the
Wuerffel Foundation to the FBS player who best combines exemplary
community service with leadership and performance on and off the
field. Named after Heisman Trophy winner and College Football Hall
of Famer, Danny Wuerffel, the award honors his commitment to
inspiring greater service and unity in the world. Established in
2005, the Wuerffel Trophy is celebrating its 20th anniversary this
year. Wuerffel led the University of Florida to four SEC
Championships and the 1996 National Championship. As a
humanitarian, he continues to inspire leaders to positively impact
their communities. Danny currently serves as President of the
Wuerffel Foundation and Executive Director of Desire Street
Ministries. An avid pickleball player, he was drafted as a
professional within the National Pickleball League and hosts
celebrity pro-am “PickleBowl” tournaments.
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