October 21, 2026 | Football
BOILING SPRINGS, N.C. — Gardner-Webb junior linebacker Tre Yanez has been named a Phil Steele FCS Midseason First-Team All-American, adding to an impressive list of individual honors during the 2026 season.
Yanez has been a standout for the Runnin' Bulldogs' defense, recording 84 total tackles, 12.5 tackles for loss and five sacks, showcasing his ability to make plays across the field and disrupt opposing offenses, establishing himself as a key leader of the Runnin' Bulldogs' defense. He is currently in the Top 10 in the FCS in total tackles.
Earlier this season, Yanez earned Stats Perform FCS National Defensive Player of the Week honors following Gardner-Webb's 12-10 victory over Charleston Southern in the North/South BBQ Bowl. He finished the contest with a game-high 13 tackles, including five solo stops, 2.5 tackles for loss and one sack.
Yanez has also earned Ohio Valley Conference Defensive Player of the Week honors this season, further highlighting his impact on the Runnin' Bulldogs' defense.
His selection to the Phil Steele FCS Midseason First-Team All-American squad adds another national accolade to an impressive junior campaign.
Gardner-Webb returns to action on Saturday, Oct. 31 at Southeast Missouri. Kickoff is scheduled for a 2 p.m. Eastern start time.
