Florida State Athletics
Football September 16, 2025
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CHARLOTTE, N.C. (theACC.com) – The Atlantic Coast Conference once again set the standard for excellence beyond the playing field, leading all conferences with three standout football student-athletes selected to the 2025 Allstate AFCA Good Works Team for the Football Bowl Subdivision. The announcement was made today by Allstate and the American Football Coaches Association (AFCA).
The prestigious honor recognizes 22 college football players and one head coach across all levels of the sport for their extraordinary commitment to serving their communities. This year’s team was chosen from a record 195 nominees nationwide, underscoring the impact these young leaders are making through causes ranging from substance abuse prevention to youth and family outreach.
With three of the 11 Football Bowl Subdivision (FBS) honorees, the ACC leads all conferences and continues its tradition of producing student-athletes who embody leadership, service and integrity.
For the second year, Allstate has partnered with the Wuerffel Foundation to unite two of college football’s most meaningful community service awards – the Allstate AFCA Good Works Team and the Allstate Wuerffel Trophy. Fans will have the opportunity to help shape the final honor by voting at ESPN.com/Allstate through November 10. One of the 11 FBS honorees will be named the 2025 Allstate Wuerffel Trophy recipient and serve as captain of this year’s Good Works Team.
2025 Allstate AFCA Good Works Team (FBS)
Name, Position, Class, School
Genesis Smith, DB, Jr., Arizona
Red Murdock, LB, Gr., Buffalo
Tanner Wall, NB/S, R-Sr., BYU
Adam Randall, RB, Gr., Clemson
Chandler Rivers, CB, Sr., Duke
Richie Leonard IV, OL, R-Sr., Florida State
Josh Kattus, TE, Sr., Kentucky
Aamil Wagner, OL, R-Jr., Notre Dame
Plae Wyatt, NB/S, R-Sr., Rice
Michael Taaffe, DB, Sr., Texas
Matt Hofer, OL, R-Fr., Toledo
About the Allstate AFCA Good Works Team
The Allstate AFCA Good Works Team was established in 1992 by the College Football Association, recognizing the extra efforts made by college football players and student support staff off the field. AFCA became the governing body of the award in 1997 and continues to honor college football players who go the extra mile for those in need. Allstate worked to present the award starting with the 2008 season.
About the AFCA
The American Football Coaches Association (AFCA) was founded in 1922 and currently has more than 11,000 members around the world ranging from the high school level to the professional ranks. According to its constitution, the AFCA was formed, in part, to “maintain the highest possible standards in football and in the coaching profession” and to “provide a forum for the discussion and study of all matters pertaining to football.” For more information about the AFCA, visit www.AFCA.com. If you are interested in more in-depth articles and videos, please become an AFCA member. You can find out more information about membership and specific member benefits on the AFCA Membership Overview page. If you are ready to join, please fill out the AFCA Membership Request Form.
About the Wuerffel Foundation
The Wuerffel Foundation is dedicated to supporting Danny Wuerffel’s mission to inspire greater service and unity in the world, built on the three values of excellence, service and humility. As a recognized humanitarian, Danny mentors community leaders and connects them with philanthropic resources. The foundation annually presents the prestigious Allstate Wuerffel Trophy, college football’s premier award for community service, and hosts the Desire Cup and PickleBowl events.
About the Allstate Wuerffel Trophy
The Allstate Wuerffel Trophy, a member of the National College Football Awards Association, is college football’s premier award for community service. The trophy is presented annually by the Wuerffel Foundation to the FBS player who best combines exemplary community service with leadership and performance on and off the field. Named after Heisman Trophy winner and College Football Hall of Famer, Danny Wuerffel, the award honors his commitment to inspiring greater service and unity in the world. Established in 2005, the Wuerffel Trophy is celebrating its 21st anniversary this year. Wuerffel led the University of Florida to four SEC Championships and the 1996 National Championship. As a humanitarian, he continues to inspire leaders to positively impact their communities. Danny currently serves as President of the Wuerffel Foundation and Executive Director of Desire Street Ministries. An avid pickleball player, he was drafted as a professional within the National Pickleball League and hosts celebrity pro-am “PickleBowl” tournaments.