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Blackmon, Broyles Named Biletnikoff Award Finalists

Justin Blackmon (Oklahoma State) and Ryan Broyles (Oklahoma) have been named finalists for the 2011 Biletnikoff Award, given to the top receiver in college football. The two join USC's Robert Woods in earning the honor.

Blackmon, the reigning Biletnikoff winner from last season, ranks second in the nation with receptions per game, averaging 9.36 grabs. He is fifth nationally with 1,241 total receiving yards.

Broyles, who's season ended with a knee injury against Texas A&M on Nov. 5, ended his collegiate career as the NCAA career receptions record holder with 349 career receptions. He also finished second on the NCAA career receiving yards chart with 4,586 yards. His 45 career receiving touchdowns rank No. 4 in NCAA history. This is the second straight year Broyles has been selected as a finalist.

The Biletnikoff Award winner will be announced live on Dec. 8 on ESPN.