Photo by: Karl Maasdam/Oregon State Athletics
Maalik Murphy Named To Johnny Unitas Golden Arm Award Watch List
August 19, 2025 | Football
CORVALLIS, Ore. – Oregon State's Maalik Murphy was named to the Johnny Unitas Golden Arm Award Watch List, an honor presented annually to the top senior or upperclassman quarterback who is on track to graduate with their class.
This year's list showcases 58 of the nation's premier collegiate quarterbacks, including a mix of returning standouts and rising stars.
Now in its 39th year, the Golden Arm Award continues to honor excellence both on and off the field. The award is presented by the Johnny Unitas Golden Arm Educational Foundation in partnership with A. O. Smith Corporation, whose mission aligns with the Foundation's commitment to advancing the game of football while promoting character, leadership, and academic achievement among young athletes.
This year, the Foundation is proud to announce a new partnership with Leveling the Playing Field (LPF), a nonprofit organization dedicated to expanding access and equity in youth sports. LPF provides sports equipment to underserved communities, giving every child the chance to experience the life-changing benefits of athletic participation. Together, the Foundation, A. O. Smith and LPF are working to ensure that the next generation of leaders has the tools and opportunities to succeed—on the field and beyond.
As the 2025 college football season unfolds, the watch list will be narrowed to semifinalists, finalists and one standout quarterback will take home the Golden Arm Award in December. The winner will be celebrated at our annual Golden Arm Award ceremony at the Four Seasons Hotel in Johnny Unitas' hometown of Baltimore—an unforgettable night honoring leadership, legacy, and the best in college football.
Murphy, a native of Inglewood, Calif., is in his first season at Oregon State. The quarterback transferred from Duke, where he threw for 2,933 yards and a program-record 26 touchdowns in 2024. He ranked 13th nationally for passing scores and 22nd for total yardage. Murphy surpassed 200 yards in 11 of 12 games and 300 twice.
He also played two seasons at the University of Texas, in 2022 and 2023, combining for 477 yards and three touchdowns in seven games.
For information on season tickets and single-game opportunities, please call 541-737-2050 (ticket office hours are Monday through Friday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.) or visit the Football Central Tickets page online. Fans can also click on this FAQ Link for more detailed information.
OUR MISSION
Oregon State Athletics strives to Build Excellent Authentic Visionary Student-Athletes (Go BEAVS).
This year's list showcases 58 of the nation's premier collegiate quarterbacks, including a mix of returning standouts and rising stars.
Now in its 39th year, the Golden Arm Award continues to honor excellence both on and off the field. The award is presented by the Johnny Unitas Golden Arm Educational Foundation in partnership with A. O. Smith Corporation, whose mission aligns with the Foundation's commitment to advancing the game of football while promoting character, leadership, and academic achievement among young athletes.
This year, the Foundation is proud to announce a new partnership with Leveling the Playing Field (LPF), a nonprofit organization dedicated to expanding access and equity in youth sports. LPF provides sports equipment to underserved communities, giving every child the chance to experience the life-changing benefits of athletic participation. Together, the Foundation, A. O. Smith and LPF are working to ensure that the next generation of leaders has the tools and opportunities to succeed—on the field and beyond.
As the 2025 college football season unfolds, the watch list will be narrowed to semifinalists, finalists and one standout quarterback will take home the Golden Arm Award in December. The winner will be celebrated at our annual Golden Arm Award ceremony at the Four Seasons Hotel in Johnny Unitas' hometown of Baltimore—an unforgettable night honoring leadership, legacy, and the best in college football.
Murphy, a native of Inglewood, Calif., is in his first season at Oregon State. The quarterback transferred from Duke, where he threw for 2,933 yards and a program-record 26 touchdowns in 2024. He ranked 13th nationally for passing scores and 22nd for total yardage. Murphy surpassed 200 yards in 11 of 12 games and 300 twice.
He also played two seasons at the University of Texas, in 2022 and 2023, combining for 477 yards and three touchdowns in seven games.
For information on season tickets and single-game opportunities, please call 541-737-2050 (ticket office hours are Monday through Friday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.) or visit the Football Central Tickets page online. Fans can also click on this FAQ Link for more detailed information.
OUR MISSION
Oregon State Athletics strives to Build Excellent Authentic Visionary Student-Athletes (Go BEAVS).
Players Mentioned
QB
/ FootballOregon State Football Interviews: September 9, 2025
Tuesday, September 09
Oregon State Football Press Conference: Head Coach Trent Bray (Sept. 8, 2025)
Monday, September 08
Oregon State Football Interviews: September 3, 2025
Wednesday, September 03
Oregon State Football Interviews: September 2, 2025
Tuesday, September 02
