Cliff Harris Award Finalists Revealed for NCAA Division II

by AMP Staff January 16, 2026

Presented by Wright, Lindsey & Jennings LLP and Little Rock Touchdown Club, the Cliff Harris Award has announced the finalists for the 2025 Cliff Harris Award in NCAA Division II.

Landon Boss, Linebacker: Emporia State University
Ja’Kobe Clinton, Linebacker: University of West Florida
Domonique Davis II, Linebacker: Central State University
Isi Etute, Defensive End: UNC-Pembroke
Tristan Exline, Linebacker: UT- Permian Basin
Kalen Frazier, Defensive Back: Indiana University of Pennsylvania
Ricky Freymond, Defensive End: Western Colorado
Kenyon Garner, Defensive End: Livingstone College
Clark Griffin, Linebacker: Harding University
Brandon Hile, Linebacker: Kutztown University
Tyler King, Defensive Line: Central Washington University
Logan O’Brien, Linebacker: Chadron State College
Justin Payoute, Defensive Back: Ferris State
Clayton Power, Defensive Line: Northwest Missouri State University
Ean Rhea, Defensive Line: Emory and Henry University
Michael Shimek, Defensive End: Ashland University
Xavier Walton, Safety: Angelo State University
Tindell Frick, Defensive Line: Assumption University

The winner of the 2025 Cliff Harris Award is selected by the Cliff Harris Award selection committee. The winner will be revealed on Monday, Jan. 19.

The Cliff Harris Award recognizes the top small college defensive player in the country in NCAA Division II, NCAA Division III and NAIA. This award highlights exceptional talent and contributions to the game by athletes who have made a significant impact on their teams.

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