Husky LB Ben Burr-Kirven named first-team All-American

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FILE - In this Oct. 20, 2018, file photo, Washington linebacker Ben Burr-Kirven (25) runs after he intercepted a pass thrown by Colorado quarterback Steven Montez during the second half of a game in Seattle. Burr-Kirven was named to the 2018 AP All-America NCAA college football team, Monday, Dec. 10, 2018. Photo: Associated Press/Ted S. Warren

The Associated Press named its college football All-American team Monday. Washington Husky linebacker Ben Burr-Kirven is a first-team All-American. Second-team recognition goes to Husky safety Taylor Rapp from Sehome High School in Bellingham and Washington cornerback Byron Murphy.

Washington State tackle Andre Dillard is a third-team All-American.

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