College Football Awards: Who Should Take Home The Hardware?

The 2010 college football awards banquet is tonight.

The most talented football players in the nation will be recognized for their success.

This won't be the last time you'll be hearing these players' names either as most, if not all, will be playing in the NFL very soon.

The two biggest winners tonight will be Auburn's Cam Newton and Nick Fairley

The question isn't if they will win any awards, but how many?  Cam Newton is going to need a few extra hands.

Here are predictions for each division I college football award winners:

Campbell Trophy (Top-Scholar Athlete)

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TUSCALOOSA, AL - NOVEMBER 26: Quarterback Greg McElroy #12 of the Alabama Crimson Tide breaks away from Eltoro Freeman #21 of the Auburn Tigers at Bryant-Denny Stadium on November 26, 2010 in Tuscaloosa, Alabama. (Photo by Kevin C. Cox/Getty Images)

Finalists: Sam Acho, Anthony Castonzo, Ben Chappell, Alex Gross, Owen Marecic, Greg McElroy, Mike Mohamed, Travis Nissley, Isaac Odim, Christian Ponder, Derek Sherrod, Nate Solder, Chris Stewart, Scott Tolzien, Ben Wartman, Stefen Wisniewski 

Winner: Greg McElroy

McElroy is not only a great quarterback, he's a genius.  He was close to becoming the next Myron Rolle.

Resume:

CoSIDA/ESPN University Division Academic All-American of the Year

Rhodes Scholar nominee

3.83 GPA

2,767 passing yards

19 passing touchdowns

Ted Hendricks Award (Defensive End Of The Year Award)

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AUBURN, AL - SEPTEMBER 18: Da'Quan Bowers #93 of the Clemson Tigers against the Auburn Tigers at Jordan-Hare Stadium on September 18, 2010 in Auburn, Alabama. (Photo by Kevin C. Cox/Getty Images)

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Winner: Da'Quan Bowers, Clemson

Bowers is a quarterback's worst nightmare off the edge.  Soon he'll be punishing signal callers at the next level.

Resume: 

15 sacks

24 tackles for loss

Ray Guy Award (Outstanding Punter)

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JACKSONVILLE, FL - OCTOBER 30: Chas Henry #17 of the Florida Gators raises his helmet in vicrtory following the game against the Georgia Bulldogs at EverBank Field on October 30, 2010 in Jacksonville, Florida. (Photo by Sam Greenwood/Getty Images)

Finalists: Drew Butler, Ryan Donahue, Chas Henry

Winner: Chas Henry

Florida's punter should automatically win this award every year.  Special teams in Gainesville is practically more important than offense and defense.

Resume:

46.41 average yards per punt

Lou Groza Award (Collegiate Place-Kicker Award)

Finalists: Dan Bailey, Danny Hrapmann, David Ruffer

Winner: Danny Hrapmann

Hrapmann led the nation in field goals converted in 2010.

Resume:

Made 26 out of 30 field goal attempts

Jim Thorpe Award (Outstanding Defensive Back)

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BATON ROUGE, LA - NOVEMBER 13: Patrick Peterson #7 of the Louisiana State University Tigers runs back an interception against the Louisiana Monroe Warhawks at Tiger Stadium on November 13, 2010 in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. (Photo by Chris Graythen/Getty I

Finalists: Prince Amukamara, Tejay Johnson, Patrick Peterson

Winner: Patrick Peterson

Peterson is a speed demon who can effortlessly blanket a receiver.

Resume:

4 interceptions

Dick Butkus Award (Outstanding Linebacker)

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Winner: Von Miller

Many are calling him the next Elvis Dumervil.  He's the best speed rusher in college football.

Resume:

9.5 sacks

14.5 tackles for loss

Bronko Nagurski Award (Defensive Player Of The Year)

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AUBURN, AL - SEPTEMBER 18: Michael Dyer #5 of the Auburn Tigers against Da'Quan Bowers #93 of the Clemson Tigers at Jordan-Hare Stadium on September 18, 2010 in Auburn, Alabama. (Photo by Kevin C. Cox/Getty Images)

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Winner: Da'Quan Bowers

Bowers second award won.  There is a zero percent chance he's returning to school next season.

Resume:

15 sacks

24 tackles for loss

Chuck Bednarik Award (Defensive Player Of The Year)

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AUBURN, AL - OCTOBER 16: Defensive lineman Nick Fairley #90 of the Auburn Tigers celebrates a play during the game against the Arkansas Razorbacks at Jordan-Hare Stadium on October 16, 2010 in Auburn, Alabama. (Photo by Mike Zarrilli/Getty Images)

Finalists: Da'Quan Bowers, Nick Fairley, Patrick Peterson

Winner: Nick Fairley

If there was a stat on blown up double-teams, Fairley would lead the nation by a wide margin.

Resume:

10.5 sacks

21 tackles for loss

Rimington Trophy (Outstanding Center)

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CHAMPAIGN, IL - OCTOBER 02: Mike Brewster #50 of the Ohio State Buckeyes waits to snap the ball against the Illinois Fighting Illini at Memorial Stadium on October 2, 2010 in Champaign, Illinois. Ohio State defeated Illinois 24-13. (Photo by Jonathan Dan

Finalists: Colin Baxter, Chase Beeler, Mike Brewster, Jake Kirkpatrick, David Molk, Ryan Pugh

Winner: Mike Brewster

Brewster is one of the most talented lineman in the entire country.

Resume:

Freshman All-American

Vince Lombardi/Rotary Award (Outstanding Lineman)

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ATLANTA, GA - DECEMBER 04: Nick Fairley #90 of the Auburn Tigers cheers during pregame warmups before facing the South Carolina Gamecocks during the 2010 SEC Championship at Georgia Dome on December 4, 2010 in Atlanta, Georgia. (Photo by Kevin C. Cox/Ge

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Winner: Nick Fairley

Fairley takes home his second award of the night, and certainly not Auburn's last.  Another fake stat he could lead the nation in: yards pushed back of an engaged offensive lineman.

Resume:

10.5 sacks

21 tackles for loss

Outland Trophy (Outstanding Interior Lineman)

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TALLAHASSEE, FL - NOVEMBER 27: Rodney Hudson #62 of the Florida State Seminoles celebrates a touchdown during a game against the Florida Gators at Doak Campbell Stadium on November 27, 2010 in Tallahassee, Florida. (Photo by Mike Ehrmann/Getty Images)

Finalists: Gabe Carimi, Rodney Hudson, Nate Solder

Winner: Rodney Hudson 

Hudson is an elite college offensive lineman that has started since his freshman year. 

Resume:

2009 First team All-American

John Mackey Award (Outstanding Tight End)

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KANSAS CITY, MO - NOVEMBER 27: Cornerback Greg Brown #5 of the Kansas Jayhawks breaks up a pass intended for Michael Egnew #82 of the Missouri Tigers as Bradley McDougald #24 looks on during the game on November 27, 2010 at Arrowhead Stadium in Kansas Ci

Finalists: Michael Egnew, Lance Hendricks, D.J. Williams

Winner: Michael Egnew

Egnew has the most catches by a tight end in the nation.  The next closest player is 29 grabs behind him.

Resume:

83 catches

698 receiving yards

4 receiving touchdowns

Fred Biletnikoff Award (Outstanding Wide Receiver)

Finalists: Justin Blackmon, Ryan Broyles, Alshon Jeffery

Winner: Justin Blackmon 

Justin Blackmon was the best playmaker in Oklahoma State's explosive offense that also included Kendall Hunter.

Resume:

102 catches

1,665 receiving yards

18 receiving touchdowns

Johnny Unitas Golden Arm Award (Outstanding Sr. QB)

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SALT LAKE CITY, UT - NOVEMBER 6: Quarterback Andy Dalton #14 of the TCU Horned Frogs throws a pass against the Utah Utes during the second half of an NCAA Football game November 6, 2010 at Rice-Eccles Stadium in Salt Lake City, Utah. TCU Beat Utah 47-7.

Finalists: Andy Dalton, Colin Kaepernick, Christian Ponder, Ricky Stanzi, Scott Tolzien

Winner: Andy Dalton

Dalton led TCU to yet another undefeated regular season in 2010.

Resume:

26,38 passing yards

26 passing touchdowns

407 rushing yards

5 rushing touchdowns

Davey O'Brian (National Quarterback Award)

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ATLANTA - DECEMBER 04: Quarterback Cam Newton #2 of the Auburn Tigers runs with the ball during the 2010 SEC Championship against the South Carolina Gamecocks at Georgia Dome on December 4, 2010 in Atlanta, Georgia. (Photo by Mike Zarrilli/Getty Images)

Finalists: Andrew Luck, Kellen Moore, Cam Newton

Winner: Cam Newton

Auburn has the two most dominant players in college football this season.  Fairley on defense and Newton on offense.

Resume:

2,589 passing yards

28 passing touchdowns

1,409 rushing yards

20 rushing touchdowns

Time to start the... 

Cam Count: 1 trophy

Doak Walker Award (National Running Back Award)

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CORVALLIS, OR - DECEMBER 4: Running back LaMichael James #21 of the Oregon Ducks runs with the ball in the second quarter of the game against the the Oregon State Beavers at Reser Stadium on December 4, 2010 in Corvallis, Oregon. The Ducks beat the Beaver

Finalists: John Clay, Kendall Hunter, LaMichael James

Winner: LaMichael James (Oregon)

LaMichael James was the guy that made Oregon fans forget who LeGarrette Blount was last year.  He led the nation in rushing yards and touchdowns.

Resume:

1,682 rushing yards

21 touchdowns

Home Depot Award (Coach Of The Year)

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ATLANTA, GA - DECEMBER 04: Head coach Gene Chizik and quarterback Cam Newton #2 of the Auburn Tigers celebrate after their 56-17 win over the South Carolina Gamecocks during the 2010 SEC Championship at Georgia Dome on December 4, 2010 in Atlanta, Georgi

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Winner: Gene Chizik (Auburn)

The Tigers went from 8-5 in 2009 to being undefeated this season.

Resume:

13-0 record

National championship bid

Walter Camp Award (Player of The Year Award)

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ATLANTA - DECEMBER 4: Quarterback Cam Newton #2 of the Auburn Tigers (right) runs with the ball while offensive lineman Mike Berry runs with him during the 2010 SEC Championship against the South Carolina Gamecocks at Georgia Dome on December 4, 2010 in

Finalists: LaMichael James, Andrew Luck, Cam Newton

Winner: Cam Newton

Newton led all quarterbacks in passer rating. 

Resume:

2,589 passing yards

28 passing touchdowns

1,409 rushing yards

20 rushing touchdowns

Cam Count: 2 trophies

Maxwell Award (Outstanding Player)

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ATLANTA - DECEMBER 04: Quarterback Cam Newton #2 of the Auburn Tigers celebrates after a touchdown during the 2010 SEC Championship against the South Carolina Gamecocks at Georgia Dome on December 4, 2010 in Atlanta, Georgia. (Photo by Mike Zarrilli/Get

Finalists: Andrew Luck, Kellen Moore, Cam Newton

Winner: Cam Newton

Combined with his elite passing numbers, he's was 10th in the nation in rushing yards and second in touchdowns.  

Resume:

2,589 passing yards

28 passing touchdowns

1,409 rushing yards

20 rushing touchdowns

Cam Count: 3 trophies

Heisman Memorial Trophy (Outstanding Player)

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ATLANTA, GA - DECEMBER 04: Quarterback Cam Newton #2 of the Auburn Tigers celebrates after their 56-17 win over the South Carolina Gamecocks during the 2010 SEC Championship at Georgia Dome on December 4, 2010 in Atlanta, Georgia. (Photo by Kevin C. Cox

Finalists: Cam Newton, LaMichael James, Andrew Luck, Kellen Moore

Winner: Cam Newton

Who else?  Newton may win four very prestigious individual trophies, but none compares to that crystal ball he's going to be play for in a few weeks.

Resume:

2,589 passing yards

28 passing touchdowns

1,409 rushing yards

20 rushing touchdowns

Cam Count: 4 trophies

David Daniels is an NFL Featured Columnist and Writing Intern at Bleacher Report and a Syndicated Writer.  Follow him at One Yard Short.com or on Twitter