Jackson, Miss – (Nov. 18, 2025) – The Mississippi Sports Hall of Fame & Museum is thrilled to announce the nine nominees for the 2025 C Spire Conerly Trophy, one of the most anticipated honors in Mississippi sports. Each year, the trophy is presented to the top college football player in the state, and this year carries special significance as the award celebrates its 30th anniversary.
Named in honor of Mississippi Sports Hall of Famer Charlie Conerly, the legendary Ole Miss quarterback who went on to star for the New York Giants, the Conerly Trophy has become a defining symbol of excellence, toughness, and leadership in Mississippi football. For three decades, it has recognized the very best student-athletes who elevate their teams, represent their programs with pride, and showcase the unmatched football tradition of our state.
Each four-year college and university in Mississippi with a football program may nominate one player, and this year's nominees represent an exciting mix of veteran leaders, high-impact performers, and rising stars.
The nominees for the 2025 C Spire Conerly Trophy are:
- Alcorn State University – Jacorian Sewell (Running Back, Natchez, MS, Graduate Student)
- Belhaven University – Wyatt Beck (Linebacker, Baton Rouge, LA, Senior)
- Delta State University – William Carter IV (Linebacker, Birmingham, AL, Senior)
- Jackson State University – JaCobian Morgan (Quarterback, Canton, MS, Graduate Student)
- Millsaps College – Grant Bizjack (Quarterback, Trophy Club, TX, Freshman)
- Mississippi State University – Brenen Thompson (Wide Receiver, Spearman, TX, Senior)
- Mississippi Valley State University – Josh Brown (Quarterback, Bainbridge, GA, Junior)
- University of Mississippi – Trinidad Chambliss (Quarterback, Grand Rapids, MI, Senior)
- University of Southern Mississippi – Braylon Braxton (Quarterback, Frisco, TX, Redshirt Senior)
In celebration of this milestone year, the Mississippi Sports Hall of Fame is proud to introduce two new awards and continue another cherished honor that spotlight the depth and diversity of football talent across the state.
- The SWAC Impact Award will honor the top performer from Mississippi's SWAC programs.
- The Division II/III Excellence Award will recognize outstanding achievement among the state's colleges in these divisions.
- The 13th Annual Hull Trophy will also be presented to the state's most outstanding offensive lineman.
The 30th Annual C Spire Conerly Trophy presentation will take place on Tuesday, December 2, at the Mississippi Sports Hall of Fame & Museum in Jackson. The evening will include a reception and a special anniversary program celebrating not only this year's nominees but also the legacy of the award and its impact on Mississippi football over the past three decades. Tickets are available now. For event details or to purchase seats, visit msfame.com or call the Mississippi Sports Hall of Fame & Museum office.
About C Spire
C Spire is a privately held national advanced technology company that delivers customer-inspired solutions, transforming how people and businesses connect, live, and work. With a proven legacy of innovation, C Spire is elevating connected living by providing customers with fiber-powered smart homes, AI-enhanced experiences and 5G connectivity. C Spire is accelerating tomorrow's business growth with secure fiber networks, AI-driven cloud solutions and intelligent collaboration tools. The company, based in Ridgeland, Miss., is the largest, privately held U.S. wireless carrier, a leading fiber internet provider in Alabama, Mississippi, and Tennessee, and an award-winning tech solutions partner for businesses across 49 states.
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About the Mississippi Sports Hall of Fame
The Mississippi Sports Hall of Fame exists to promote, preserve and protect Mississippi's rich sports heritage for this and future generations. The Museum serves as a destination for sports legends to live forever through interactive displays and exhibits where visitors can play, live and dream. The 501 (c) (3) organization recognizes excellence in athletics and contributions to sports. For more information about the Mississippi Sports Hall of Fame & Museum, visit msfame.com or follow us on Facebook at www.facebook.com/mssportshofandmuseum or X at www.x.com/mssportshof.
