On Monday, the midseason watch list for the 2009 John Mackey Award was released, and Iowa senior tight end Tony Moeaki is among the candidates still in the running for this year’s trophy.

The Wheaton, Ill., native hauled in three receptions for 55 yards, including a 24-yard touchdown catch, against Wisconsin last weekend in the Hawkeyes’ 20-10 victory over the Badgers.

The performance came a week after Moeaki received the Big Ten Offensive Player of the Week honors following the Hawkeyes’ Homecoming game against Michigan.

Moeaki currently leads Iowa with 20 receptions, tallying 247 yards receiving and four touchdowns this season despite missing games against Arizona, Penn State, and Arkansas State with an ankle injury.

The winner of the 2009 John Mackey Award will be revealed on Dec. 10. Dallas Clark is the only Hawkeye to have won the award, receiving the honor in 2002.

— by Brendan Stiles