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Two from B1G listed on Paul Hornung Week 5 Honor Roll
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Two B1G players were named to the Paul Hornung Award Week 5 Honor Roll for their performances on Saturday.
Penn State running back Saquon Barkley and Maryland receiver D.J. Moore received recognition for huge performances this past weekend, as each led his team to a win.
3 standouts make the #PHAHonorRoll in week 5! @PennStateFball @UCF_Football @TerpsFootball @_Bigmikee1 @saquonb21 🏉 pic.twitter.com/QK7sA3cOsx
— Paul Hornung Award (@hornungaward) October 2, 2017
Barkley finished Saturday’s game against Indiana with 205 all-purpose yards, including a 98-yard kick return that ended in a touchdown. He also threw a touchdown pass late in the game. Penn State defeated the Hoosiers 45-14.
Moore had a big day as well, catching eight passes for 90 yards and a touchdown in Maryland’s 31-24 win over Minnesota in Week 5. He also had 24 rushing yards and 35 yards on three punt returns.
The Paul Hornung Award is given to the most versatile player in college football.
Dustin grew up in the heart of Big Ten country and has been in sports media since 2010. He has been covering Big Ten football since 2014. You can follow him on Twitter: @SchutteCFB