Ohio State's Elflein wins Rimington Award

Ohio State offensive lineman Pat Elflein is the 2016 Rimington Award winner, given out annually to the nation's top center.

"I am incredibly grateful to the representatives of the Rimington Trophy and to those who selected me to win this award," Elflein said in a release. "I am truly honored and proud to win this award and to be able accept it here in Atlanta with my family."

Elflein was a leader on the Buckeyes' offensive line, as Ohio State finished ninth in the nation in rushing with 258.3 yards per game during the 2016 season.

Buckeyes head coach Urban Meyer expressed his respect and admiration for Elflein.

"Pat is an All-American center, but he's also an all-American person, which is even more important," Meyer said. "He came back to school for a fifth season to complete his degree and to lead this young team. I have tremendous respect for Pat. That’s why I named him a team captain back in January. I love him like a member of my family and there’s nothing I wouldn’t do for him."