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The award is presented each December to the nation's top Division I college place-kicker as determined by a national voting panel comprised of all Division I head coaches, sports writers and sportscasters from across the country, conference officials, various NFL kickers, and all previous GrozaAward finalists.
The award is named in honor of LouGroza, who was a long-time star of the Cleveland Browns.
Groza, who was also a standout tackle before suffering a back injury, quickly earned the nickname of "The Toe" because of his kicking proficiency.