Penn State faced Kansas in a 91-85 home win last season.
Both Carter and Wormley had already earned preseason recognition.
Penn State alum Steven Nedorocsik dominated the internet after securing the United States a bronze medal in Olympic men's gymnastics.
Penn Stater and Duzansky's predecessor Chris Stoll last won the award in 2022.
The Maxwell Award is given annually to the best player in college football.
"I want to become a great defender and I think [Penn State] can help me become that."