The All-American Bowl Selection Committee announced the winner for the prestigious All-American Bowl’s Player of the Year Award. Jeremiah Smith (Hollywood, FL/ Chaminade-Madonna College Preparatory) was named the winner of the award which is given annually to the nation’s most outstanding high school senior football player and is the most distinguished individual award given in high school football.
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According to 247Sports, Smith is a five-star prospect and the No. 1 overall player in the nation. During his senior season recorded 88 receptions for 1,376 yards and 19 touchdowns. He led his school to their third consecutive football state championship title. Smith will play football at Ohio State University next fall.
Past winners of the award include Adrian Peterson, Trevor Lawrence, and Bryce Young.
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