The Bobby Dodd Coach of the Year Award is an annual honor presented to the top college football coach in the United States. Named after Bobby Dodd, a legendary coach at Georgia Tech, the award recognizes coaches who demonstrate excellence on the field, as well as integrity and leadership off the field. Established in 1976, the award is given by the Bobby Dodd Coach of the Year Foundation. It aims to highlight coaches who not only achieve success in games but also positively impact their players and communities. The selection process considers a coach's overall performance, including their team's academic achievements and community service.