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Joe Vellano honored as Maryland's MVP

Junior defensive tackle Joe Vellano was honored as Maryland's MVP Sunday night at the Terps' annual football banquet at the Stamp Student Union.

Vellano, who also was named best defensive player and top lineman, finished his junior season with 94 tackles, including 7.5 for loss and 2.5 sacks, four pass breakups and two fumble recoveries. The Rexford, N.Y., native was a first-team All-ACC pick and a second-team Walter Camp All-American.

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Here are the rest of the award winners from Maryland's banquet:

Top Special Teams Performer: Austin Walker

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A.V. Williams Award for Outstanding & Conspicuous Sportsmanship: Trenton Hughes

George C. Cook Memorial Award for the senior with the highest GPA: Andrew Gonnella

George Boutselis Memorial Award for letterman with the highest GPA: Ryan Schlothauer

Alvin L. Aubinoe Award as the unsung hero: Tim Downs

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C.P. "Lefty" McIntosh Public Service Award sponsored by Don & Terry Wilson: Andrew Gonnella

James M. Tatum Award for Lineman of the Year: Joe Vellano

Dr. John E. Faber Award for Iron Man: Kevin Dorsey

Most Valuable Offensive Player: Davin Meggett

Most Valuable Defensive Player: Joe Vellano

Ray Krouse Award for Most Valuable Player: Joe Vellano

Distinguished Contributor Award: Larry and Cheryl Grabenstein

Captains Award: Andrew Gonnella, Davin Meggett, Kenny Tate, Joe Vellano

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