The Jim Thorpe Award is presented annually to the best defensive back in college football. Established in 1986 and named after the celebrated multi-sport athlete Jim Thorpe, the award is overseen by the Oklahoma Sports Hall of Fame. Since 2017, it has been sponsored by Paycom and officially called the Paycom Jim Thorpe Award.
The Jim Thorpe Award, honoring the best defensive back in college football, was established in 1986. The award is presented by the Oklahoma Sports Hall of Fame.
In 1996, Kansas State University finalist Chris Canty withdrew his name from consideration for the Jim Thorpe Award, leading to a re-vote.
In 2017, Paycom became the sponsor of the Jim Thorpe Award, officially changing the name to the Paycom Jim Thorpe Award.
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