Barrett, Barkley highlight Big Ten preseason honorees
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The Big Ten announced its 2017 preseason honorees on Monday with Ohio State quarterback J.T. Barrett and Penn State running back Saquon Barkley highlighting the 10-man list.
The media panel selected five players from each conference, with Penn State, Ohio State, Northwestern, and Wisconsin all placing two players on the list.
Barrett is joined by Buckeyes teammate Tyquan Lewis on the East squad, while Barkley's quarterback Trace McSorley was also named.
Player | Position | School |
---|---|---|
Tegray Scales | LB | Indiana |
J.T. Barrett | QB | Ohio State |
Tyquan Lewis | DE | Ohio State |
Saquon Barkley | RB | Penn State |
Trace McSorley | QB | Penn State |
The West team features Wildcats star running back Justin Jackson, as well as standout safety Godwin Igwebuike. Defending division champion Wisconsin is represented by linebacker Jack Cichy and tight end Troy Fumagalli.
Player | Position | School |
---|---|---|
Josey Jewell | LB | Iowa |
Godwin Igwebuike | S | Northwestern |
Justin Jackson | RB | Northwestern |
Jack Cichy | LB | Wisconsin |
Troy Fumagalli | TE | Wisconsin |