SAN ANTONIO – Mason Chambers from the University of the Incarnate Word was announced as a finalist for the 2024 Buck Buchanan Award, announced Stats Perform on Tuesday morning.

Chambers finished the season as the leading tackler for the Cardinals with 77 (34 solo) and tied for second on the team with his two interceptions for 50 yards. He added seven pass breakups, 1.5 tackles for loss, one fumble recovery and one forced fumble.  

A list of 35 finalists was announced for the 2024 Buck Buchanan Award, celebrating its 30th anniversary season and presented to the national defensive player of the year in Division I FCS college football. 
 
The award is named for legendary defensive lineman Junious "Buck" Buchanan, who starred at Grambling State as part of his Hall of Fame career. Past recipients include Dexter Coakley, Rashean Mathis, Jared Allen and Arthur Moats.
 
All 13 FCS conferences are represented by a finalist. The winner, to be selected by a national voting panel, will be announced at the Stats Perform FCS National Awards Banquet on Jan. 4 in Frisco, Texas.
 
FCS Football: 2024 Buck Buchanan Award Finalists | Opta Analyst
 
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