Three former Louisiana Tech Bulldogs have been named to the 2027 ballot for the NFF College Football Hall of Fame: head coach Maxie Lambright, quarterback Matt Dunigan, and wide receiver Troy Edwards. This is Edwards’ second time on the ballot while Dunigan and Lambright have been nominated multiple times. Edwards set several NCAA records during his senior year in 1998, including 27 touchdown receptions and 405 receiving yards in a single game. Dunigan, who played from 1979 to 1982, set multiple school records, and Lambright secured three national titles as a coach from 1967 to 1978. The Hall of Fame class will be announced in early 2027.

By the Numbers
  • Troy Edwards holds NCAA records of 27 touchdown receptions in a season and 405 receiving yards in one game.
  • Matt Dunigan passed for 7,010 yards and 40 touchdowns over 44 games at Louisiana Tech.
State of Play
  • The 2027 ballot features 80 players and 9 coaches from NCAA FBS, as well as 99 players and 39 coaches from NCAA divisional and NAIA ranks.
  • Louisiana Tech currently has five inductees in the Hall of Fame, with the last being Willie Roaf in 2014.
What's Next

The announcement for the 2027 Hall of Fame class will reveal which players and coaches are selected for induction, paving the way for potential celebrations for Louisiana Tech athletics.

Bottom Line

The inclusion of Lambright, Dunigan, and Edwards on the Hall of Fame ballot highlights Louisiana Tech's strong football legacy and the ongoing contributions of its alumni to the sport. Their nominations serve as a testament to their outstanding careers and accomplishments, keeping Bulldog pride alive.