Notre Dame's Aamil Wagner chosen as a nominee for the 2025 Allstate AFCA Good Works Team
Junior offensive lineman Aamil Wagner has been chosen as a nominee for the 2025 Allstate AFCA Good Works Team, an honor that recognizes one's commitment to community service and leadership off the field.
The Ohio native is one of 197 nominees for the honor. The final list for the 2025 Good Works Team will be announced in September and will consist of 22 football student-athletes and one honorary head coach.
In 2024, Fighting Irish linebacker Jack Kiser was selected to the Good Works Team, while Marcus Freeman was named the team's honorary head coach for their efforts in the community.
On the field, Wagner has developed into an anchor on the offensive line at right tackle and will continue to be a key piece to a team looking to return to the College Football Playoff.
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