Offensive Athlete of the Week: Ivan Foreman (Juniata College)
Ivan Foreman powered the Juniata offense with a career-high 208 rushing yards and a touchdown on 19 carries, while adding two catches for 13 yards. His breakout performance ranked him third nationally in rushing yards and earned him a spot on the D3football.com Team of the Week.
Defensive Athlete of the Week: Brayden Nolan (Susquehanna University)
Brayden Nolan led the Susquehanna defense with 12 total tackles, including seven solo stops, against Union (N.Y). Nolan was a disruptive presence throughout the game, recording four tackles for loss totaling 14 yards, while helping the River Hawks’ defense hold Union to just 211 total yards.
Specialist Athlete of the Week: Bezy Nwanonyiri (Susquehanna University)
Bezy Nwanonyiri delivered a game-winning play in Susquehanna's thrilling 23-17 overtime victory over Union (N.Y). After Jaydon Handy blocked a 40-yard field goal attempt, Nwanonyiri scooped up the loose ball and raced 65 yards for a walk-off touchdown, securing the River Hawks’ season-opening victory in dramatic fashion.