Carimi Picks Up Hardware at the Home Depot (College Football Awards)

The 2010 season has been one for the history books when it comes to the Wisconsin football team. Starting quarterback Scott Tolzien already brought home one award, and now one of the big guys in front of him brings home one of his own.

For the first time since 2006 a Wisconsin offensive lineman has brought the Outland Trophy back to Madison. This time it was left tackle Gabe Carimi taking the award given annually to the best interior lineman in college football.

Part of what is considered to be the "best offensive line in the country," Carimi has put together a solid senior season. Being considered to be the anchor of that offensive lineman, and perhaps the best in the country. Receiving the Outland Trophy on Wednesday night only solidified that assertion.

The award just adds to a season full of accolades for the Cottage Grove, Wis. native. Including being named to the All-Big Ten first team, and seeing his name pop up on various All-American lists.

With the regular season of his senior year over their is only one more accolade that Carimi will seek in his college career...Rose Bowl Champion. Look for that one on January 1st. Then add a possible NFL draft pick this spring to the list.

Just another average lineman from Wisconsin, huh?