The Navy All-American Bowl Selection Committee announced Adam Bywater (Holladay, UT/ Olympus H.S.) as the winner of the 2026 Navy All-American Bowl’s Man of the Year award. Bywater epitomizes a high standard of excellence in community service and athletic distinction.
According to 247Sports Bywater is a four-star prospect and one of the top linebackers in the nation.
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Past winners of the award include Garrett Wilson, Paris Johnson Jr., and Caleb Williams.
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