Other top award winners announced Sunday included freshman quarterback Braxton Miller (outstanding offensive player), junior defensive lineman John Simon (outstanding defensive player) and senior defensive back and special-teams player Nate Ebner (most inspirational).
Ohio State announced weekly game captains but honored center Michael Brewster, Herron, linebacker Andrew Sweat and Simon as season captains.
The Buckeyes (6-6) will face Florida in the Gator Bowl.