Players of the Week

Offensive
Jared Bernhardt
Quarterback
Ferris State

Bernhardt made a big splash in his return to football.

The former Maryland lacrosse start completed 12-of-14 passes for 218 yards and three touchdowns in handling Findlay, 54-14. He ran for 120 yards on 12 carries and added four touchdowns on the ground.

Defensive
Keyshawn James
Defensive Line
Fayetteville State

James was a dominating force in FSU's 47-6 win over Elizabeth City.

He had 11 tackles in the game - six behind the line of scrimmages. Among those tackles for loss were 3.5 sacks for a loss of 27 yards.

Special Teams
Jed Quackenbush
Kicker/Punter
Ohio Dominican

Quackenbush contributed in multiple ways in ODU's near upset of Shepherd.

Gaines punted 10 times for an average of 58.3 yards per punt and had two downed inside the Shepherd 20-yard line. He also connected on 3-of-3 field goals, hitting from 24, 36, and 37.