Alabama football team awards: Who did Crimson Tide players vote as their MVP?

Alabama football named permanent 2021 season team captains and handed out other season awards Sunday at its banquet at Coleman Coliseum.

Will Anderson Jr., Phidarian Mathis, Evan Neal and Bryce Young were elected as permanent team captains.

Alabama will play Cincinnati in the Dec. 31 Cotton Bowl at AT&T Stadium in Arlington, Texas, in a College Football Playoff semifinal.

Here are the award winners:

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Unsung Hero Award

To the player who has made significant contributions to the success of the team and received the least recognition for it: Ja’Corey Brooks, DJ Dale, Justin Eboigbe, Malachi Moore, Dallas Turner

Outstanding Senior Scholar

To the senior with the highest GPA: Chris Owens, LaBryan Ray

Commitment to Academic Excellence Award

To the player who has demonstrated the greatest commitment and achievement in his academic endeavors during the previous year: Slade Bolden, DJ Dale, Shane Lee, Seth McLaughlin, Jalen Milroe, Paul Tyson

Iron Man Award

To the player(s) who have shown the most dedication to the individual and team goals of the Crimson Tide's year-round strength and conditioning program: Brian Branch, Cameron Latu, Seth McLaughlin, Drew Sanders

Most Inspiring Player

To the player who affects the whole team by his attitude as well as his performance (voted on by the players): Will Anderson Jr.

Pat Trammel Award

To a senior player whose character and contributions to the Alabama football team most personify the All-American youth of today and has reflected qualities of Integrity, Character, Importance of Academics and Inspirational Leadership during their time at Alabama: Jalyn Armour-Davis, Kendall Randolph, LaBryan Ray

Outstanding Defensive Performer

To the player with the most tackles/points: Will Anderson Jr., Jordan Battle, Phidarian Mathis, Henry To’oTo’o

Up-Front Award

To the outstanding lineman from each unit: Javion Cohen, Darrian Dalcourt, Tim Smith, Byron Young

Defensive Achievement Award

To the player who has played a critical role in the effectiveness of this unit: Jalyn Armour-Davis, Christian Harris, DeMarcco Hellams, Josh Jobe

Offensive Achievement Award

To the player who has played a critical role in the effectiveness of this unit: Slade Bolden, Emil Ekiyor Jr., Chris Owens, Jameson Williams

President's Award

To a player from each unit who has shown perseverance in making outstanding contributions to the team's success: Kendall Randolph, Brian Robinson Jr., Trey Sanders, Daniel Wright

Jefferson County Distinguished Alumnus Award

A former player who has exemplified the principles, values, character and attitude that make a person successful either during a particular life experience or over a period of time: Johnny Musso

Special Teams Player of the Year Award

To the most valuable special teams player: Slade Bolden, Demouy Kennedy, Jaylen Moody, Will Reichard

Offensive Player of the Year Award

To the most valuable offensive player: John Metchie III, Jameson Williams, Bryce Young

Defensive Player of the Year Award

To the most valuable defensive player: Will Anderson Jr., Phidarian Mathis

Most Valuable Player Award

To the overall most valuable player on the team (voted on by the players): Bryce Young

Captain Awards

To the players elected by their teammates as permanent team captains (voted on by the players): Will Anderson Jr., Phidarian Mathis, Evan Neal, Bryce Young

This article originally appeared on The Tuscaloosa News: Alabama football names permanent captains at team banquet