Teddy Veal named to Biletnikoff Award Watch List

TALLAHASSEE, Fla. – Louisiana Tech senior wide receiver Teddy Veal has been named to the 2018 Biletnikoff Award Preseason Watch List, it was announced by the Tallahassee Quarterback Club (TQC) Foundation, Inc., on Thursday.

In 2017, Veal was a standout receiver for the Bulldogs after leading LA Tech in receptions (74), receiving yards (950) and touchdown catches (7) on his way to being named C-USA Co-Newcomer of the Year and the Newcomer of the Year in the state of Louisiana.

The Biletnikoff Award annually recognizes the most outstanding FBS receiver in college football. Any player, regardless of position (wide receiver, tight end, slot back, and running back) who catches a pass is eligible for the award. The award recipient is selected by the highly distinguished Biletnikoff Award National Selection Committee, a group of prominent college football journalists, commentators, announcers, Biletnikoff Award winners, and other former receivers.

Additionally, Veal’s 74 receptions last season was 40 more than the team’s second-leading receiver, while his 950 receiving yards ranked 3rd in C-USA and 33rd in the nation.

The Tallahassee Quarterback Club Foundation, Inc., will announce the 10 Biletnikoff Award semifinalists on Nov. 12, 2018, following the vote by the members of the Biletnikoff Award National Selection Committee. Likewise, the three finalists will be declared, following another vote, on Nov. 20, 2018.

The 2018 Biletnikoff Award winner will be presented live on Dec. 6, 2018, on The Home Depot College Football Awards presented by Gildan to be broadcast 7-9 p.m. ET on ESPN. College and pro football hall of famer Fred Biletnikoff will announce the 2018 Biletnikoff Award winner on the show.

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