Weekly Football Highlights ⚽️🏈

As the season progresses, fans are treated to a multitude of standout performances that showcase the incredible talent in college football. Here’s a recap of some of the week’s notable players and their remarkable contributions!

Missouri's Ahmad Hardy Shines ✨

Ahmad Hardy continues to dazzle on the field with his amazing performance during Missouri’s recent victory. He racked up a jaw-dropping 249 rushing yards, averaging 11.9 yards per carry. Even more impressive is his ability to gain an astounding 7.9 yards after contact—a testament to his strength and determination. Throughout the game, Hardy forced 12 missed tackles, pushing his season total to 27 in just three weeks. Truly, a remarkable feat!

Indiana's Fernando Mendoza's Impressive Play 🎯

In Indiana's latest matchup, quarterback Fernando Mendoza delivered a nearly perfect performance, earning accolades as one of the standout players of the week. His impressive stats include just one incompletion and a striking 14.3% big-time throw rate. While the level of competition may be part of the conversation, his execution can't be overlooked, marking him as a top contender in the quarterback rankings this week.

National Team of the Week 🏆

Offense

QB: Fernando Mendoza, Indiana
RB: Ahmad Hardy, Missouri
WR: E. Jai Mason, Charlotte
WR: Omar Cooper Jr., Indiana
TE: Terrance Carter Jr., Texas Tech
Flex: Mario Craver, Texas A&M
LT: Caleb Tiernan, Northwestern
LG: Henry Lutovsky, Nebraska
C: Koltin Sieracki, Baylor
RG: Jonathan Denis, Louisiana Tech
RT: Keagen Trost, Missouri

Defense

EDGE: Caden Curry, Ohio State
EDGE: Keyshawn James-Newby, New Mexico
DI: Clay Patterson, Stanford
DI: Landon Robinson, Navy
LB: Shane Whitter, North Texas
LB: Sonny Styles, Ohio State
CB: Leonard Moore, Notre Dame
CB: Collin Wright, Stanford
S: Bray Hubbard, Alabama
S: Bishop Fitzgerald
Flex: LeVar Thornton Jr., Baylor

Offensive Player of the Week: Ahmad Hardy 🌟

Once again, Ahmad Hardy takes the spotlight. His 249 rushing yards not only underscore his status as a cutting-edge runner but also highlight his skill to break tackles effectively. With a high number of missed tackles against him, it’s clear he’s a force to be reckoned with on the field.

Defensive Player & Pass Rusher of the Week: Keyshawn James-Newby, New Mexico 💥

Keyshawn James-Newby made headlines with his exceptional performance against UCLA. With 12 total pressures on only 30 pass-rushing snaps, he recorded a remarkable 91.1 PFF pass-rushing grade. This achievement marks one of the highest points in his college career, proving his worth as a game-changer on defense.

Offensive Line of the Week: Missouri 🎉

Missouri's offensive line deserves a round of applause for their stellar performance this week. Not only did they protect their quarterback impeccably, allowing zero pressures, but they also dominated the ground game with a total of 439 rushing yards—an impressive showing that speaks volumes of their prowess.

Quarterback of the Week: Fernando Mendoza 🏅

Fernando Mendoza clearly set the bar high this week with his precision and efficiency. He led his team with a performance that stands out among peers, showcasing not only skill but also an innate ability to perform under pressure.

Run Defender of the Week: George Gumbs Jr., Florida 🚀

While George Gumbs Jr. might not have excelled much as a pass rusher, he was formidable in stopping the run. With four tackles leading to defensive stops, coupled with a forced fumble, his tenacity and effort truly elevated his performance on the field.

Coverage Defender of the Week: Leonard Moore, Notre Dame 🔍

In a game that showcased significant talent, Leonard Moore distinguished himself with a stellar coverage performance. Earning a 90.8 PFF coverage grade, he was targeted only five times during the game, allowing just one 11-yard completion while notching two pass breakups and an interception. His ability to read plays and respond accordingly is admirable!

ACC Team of the Week 🌟

Offense

QB: Haynes King, Georgia Tech
RB: Hollywood Smothers, NC State
WR: Reed Harris, Boston College
WR: Bryant Wesco Jr., Clemson
TE: Sam Roush, Stanford
Flex: Raphael Williams Jr., Pittsburgh
LT: Frederick Williams III, Cal
LG: Samson Okunlola, Miami Fl
C: Matt Craycraft, Duke
RG: Justin Pickett, Duke
RT: Teague Andersen, NC State

Defense

EDGE: Rueben Bain Jr., Miami Fl
EDGE: Vincent Anthony Jr., Duke
DI: Clay Patterson, Stanford
DI: Isaiah Shirley, NC State
LB: Brandon Booker, SMU
LB: Justin Medlock, SMU
CB: Collin Wright, Stanford
CB: Isaiah Brown-Murray, Virginia Tech
S: Ronnie Royal III, NC State
S: Jakobe Thomas, Miami Fl
Flex: Jaelyn Davis-Robinson, SMU

SEC Team of the Week 🚀

Offense

QB: Ty Simpson, Alabama
RB: Ahmad Hardy, Missouri
WR: Mario Craver, Texas A&M
WR: Chris Brazzell II
TE: Jaren Kanak, Oklahoma
Flex: Ryan Williams, Alabama
LT: Cayden Green, Missouri
LG: Dominick Giudice, Missouri
C: Connor Tollison, Missouri
RG: DJ Campbell, Texas
RT: Keagen Trost, Missouri

Defense

EDGE: Quincy Rhodes Jr., Arkansas
EDGE: Joshua Josephs, Tennessee
DI: Nick Barrett, South Carolina
DI: DJ Hicks, Texas A&M
LB: Myles Graham, Florida
LB: West Weeks, LSU
CB: Mansoor Delane, LSU
CB: Julian Neal, Arkansas
S: Bray Hubbard, Alabama
S: CJ Heard, Vanderbilt
Flex: Randon Fontenette, Vanderbilt

Big 12 Team of the Week 🏅

Offense

QB: Brendan Sorsby, Cincinnati
RB: Ismail Mahdi, Arizona
WR: Coy Eakin, Texas Tech
WR: Stephon Johnson, Houston
TE: Terrance Carter Jr., Texas Tech
Flex: Joseph Manjack IV, TCU
LT: Jordan Seaton, Colorado
LG: Ryan Lengyel, Baylor
C: Koltin Sieracki, Baylor
RG: Brendan Black, Iowa State
RT: Kaden Sieracki, Baylor

Defense

EDGE: Romello Height, Texas Tech
EDGE: John Henry Daley, Utah
DI: Lee Hunter, Texas Tech
DI: Skyler Gill-Howard, Texas Tech
LB: Shaun Myers, Colorado
LB: Jordan Crook, Arizona State
CB: LeVar Thornton Jr., Baylor
CB: Michael Coats Jr., West Virginia
S: Genesis Smith, Arizona
S: DJ Coleman, Baylor
Flex: Gavin Hunter, Arizona

Group of Six Team of the Week 🌊

Offense

QB: Colton Joseph, Old Dominion
RB: Jo Silver, Delaware
WR: E. Jai Mason, Charlotte
WR: Ted Hurst, Georgia State
TE: Izayah Cummings, Appalachian State
Flex: Kyre Duplessis, Delaware
LT: Johnnie Brown III, Georgia Southern
LG: Israel Mukwiza, New Mexico
C: Jacob Spomer, Fresno State
RG: Jonathan Denis, Louisiana Tech
RT: Robert Wright Jr., Georgia Southern

Defense

EDGE: Keyshawn James-Newby, New Mexico
EDGE: J'Mond Tapp, Southern Miss
DI: Landon Robinson, Navy
DI: Ed Smith IV, South Alabama
LB: Shane Whitter, North Texas
LB: Colton Phares, Appalachian State
CB: Elijah Green, Tulsa
CB: Jaden Rios, Texas State
S: Jakari Foster, Louisiana Tech
S: Sirad Bryant, UAB
Flex: Tamarion Crumpley, UAB

With exciting highlights like these, fans have plenty to talk about as the season continues! 🏈🎉