Bain Named Lombardi Award Semifinalist

CORAL GABLES, Fla. – Miami defensive lineman Rueben Bain Jr. has been named one of 13 semifinalists for the Rotary Lombardi Award, presented annually to the college football lineman who best exemplifies discipline, performance, and leadership on and off the field.

Bain has anchored the Hurricanes’ defensive front through the first eight games of the 2025 season. The Miami native has totaled 30 tackles, including 16 solo stops, with five tackles for loss and two sacks.

The 6-foot-3, 275-pound edge rusher posted season highs of seven tackles against Florida (Sept. 20) and one sack versus Bethune-Cookman (Sept. 6). Bain also recorded an interception in the season-opening win over Notre Dame.

Now in its 52nd year, the Lombardi Award™ has been presented annually in Houston, Texas, since its inception in 1970. This year’s award ceremony will take place on Dec. 10, 2025, with proceeds from gala sponsorships and ticket sales benefiting cancer research and supporting families and patients affected by the disease.

Bain and the Hurricanes return to action Saturday vs. Syracuse, with kickoff set for 3:30 p.m. ET on ESPN.

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