The Measure of a Career

The Johnny Unitas Golden Arm Award honors the nation's top upperclassman quarterback who exemplifies leadership, character, citizenship, integrity, and athletic achievement. While on-field excellence remains an important part of the selection process, the award recognizes the complete student-athlete and the lasting impact they have on their team, university, and community.

As the landscape of college athletics continues to evolve, the Golden Arm Award remains grounded in the principles that have defined it for generations. Its criteria are intended to honor quarterbacks who demonstrate sustained commitment to their teammates, their education, and their personal development. The award celebrates those who not only excel in competition, but who embrace the responsibility of leadership, contribute to their campus and community, and build a legacy that extends far beyond football.