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University of Wisconsin redshirt freshman linebacker T.J. Edwards was named to the Football Writers Association of America Freshman All-American team, the organization announced on Monday.

Edwards played all 13 games and led the Badgers with 84 total tackles, including 6.5 for loss. He also had four pass break-ups and a forced fumble for the Badgers, who finished 10-3 after a win over USC in the Holiday Bowl on Dec. 30.

He is the fifth Wisconsin player to earn a place on the FWAA Freshman All-America Team, which dates back to 2001. Edwards joins RB Anthony Davis (2001), RB P.J. Hill (2006), K Philip Welch (2008) and LB Chris Borland (2009).

Edwards was one of three Big Ten honorees. Penn State running Saquon Barkley and Michigan defensive back Jabrill Peppers were also honored.