BOCA RATON, Fla. – Junior quarterback Daniel Richardson became the second Florida Atlantic University football player to be honored in as many weeks by the American Athletic Conference. Richardson earned his recognition as the Offensive Player of the Week, following teammate and last week’s honoree Logan Lupo, who was the Special Teams Player of the Week.
Richardson completed 31 of 38 passes for a career-high 382 yards and three touchdowns against one interception to help Florida Atlantic break open what had been a one-score game at halftime. His efforts guided what turned into a 56-14 victory over host USF. The Miami native led an FAU offense that scored the final 35 points of the game as Florida Atlantic improved to 2-0 in AAC play.
For his performance, Richardson also received the honor of being one of the eight quarterbacks, nationally, named as the Manning Award Stars of the Week, sponsored by the All State Sugar Bowl. Fans can vote HERE or on social media @ManningAward until Thursday at 10 a.m. EST, where the top vote-getter will be named the Manning Award Quarterback of the Week.
Richardson’s talents will be called upon once again this week when the Owls play host to UTSA for Homecoming weekend. UTSA, the 2022 Conference USA champions, will head to Boca Raton for a 6 p.m. ESPN+ kick, with the hopes of bettering their 0-3 mark versus FAU. Conversely, the Owls will look to remain unblemished in conference play while defending a perfect record against the Roadrunners. For fans attending, WEAR RED!
HONOR ROLL
LaJohntay Wester • Jr. • WR • Florida Atlantic
Wester had 190 all-purpose yards and two total touchdowns in a 56-14 win at South Florida. His night also included 10 receptions for 123 yards and a TD along with a 67-yard punt return for a score.
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