RENO, Nev. - Running back Ky Woods was named to the Allstate Wuerffel Trophy Watch List Tuesday morning. The award honors Football Bowl Subdivision (FBS) players who lead through community service while excelling in the classroom and on the field.

As college football's premier award for community service, the Allstate Wuerffel Trophy recognizes student-athletes who use their platforms to serve others and make a positive impact in their communities. Named after Danny Wuerffel, the 1996 Heisman Trophy winner and former University of Florida quarterback, the award reflects his lifelong commitment to leadership and service.

It is Woods' second national recognition of the preseason, as in July he was named a nominee for the Allstate AFCA Good Works Team.

Woods enters his third season with the Wolf Pack in 2026 and has developed into one of the programs leaders on and off the field. One of the senior members of the team as he heads into his fifth season of college football, Woods has stepped up as a program leader, playing a key role especially as one of the program's faces in the community.

That role included Woods serving as the team's primary emcee during June's Third Annual Nevada Football and Regional Law Enforcement Charity Softball Game and Battle of the Badges Tournament. Behind the scenes, Woods has also worked with various units within the athletics department regarding the organization of football student-athletes when a community service event is on the horizon.

He has also participated in Visit Reno Tahoe's Packed Days Initiative which highlights the off-field activities of Wolf Pack student-athletes. Through the creation of social media reels, among other channels, the initiative platforms a first-person perspective of Nevada student-athletes' favorite locations in the Reno Tahoe area.

Over his previous two seasons at Nevada, Woods has appeared in 25 games at running back and as the team's primary kick returner. His 2025 campaign was highlighted by a 98-yard kickoff return for a touchdown against San José State, Nevada's first such score since 2015, and a 47-yard touchdown reception against Middle Tennessee.

Nevada opens the 2026 season with two-straight home contests, first hosting defending New Orleans Bowl champion Western Kentucky Saturday, September 5 at 7:30 p.m. before facing reigning FCS champion Montana State Saturday, September 12 at 7:30 p.m. The Wolf Pack opens Mountain West play Saturday, Sept. 26 hosting Air Force.

Season tickets and parking for the 2026 Nevada Football campaign are now on sale. General Admission season tickets start at $135 for adults and just $100 each if when purchasing the Family 4-Pack. The Family 4-Pack includes four General Admission season tickets and complimentary parking for only $400. Season tickets for the 2026 season can be purchased HERE.

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RB Ky Woods
Allstate AFCA Good Works Team nominee
Allstate Wuerffel Trophy