Courtesy of Miami Athletics:
University of Miami sophomore wide receiver Malachi Toney has been named the Paul Hornung Award National Player of the Week following his performance in the Hurricanes' 43-35 double-overtime victory over Florida State.
Toney totaled 191 all-purpose yards on 15 touches, contributing as a receiver, rusher, passer and punt returner in Miami's home victory over the Seminoles.
The sophomore hauled in 11 receptions for 152 yards and two touchdowns, including a 3-yard touchdown catch in the second overtime that proved to be the game-winner. Toney followed the score by completing a pass for a successful two-point conversion.
Toney also added 31 rushing yards on two carries and returned a punt eight yards. He accounted for eight first downs from scrimmage as the Hurricanes secured the victory over Florida State
The Paul Hornung Award, presented by the Louisville Sports Commission, recognizes the most versatile player in major college football.
University of Miami sophomore wide receiver Malachi Toney has been named the Paul Hornung Award National Player of the Week following his performance in the Hurricanes' 43-35 double-overtime victory over Florida State.
Toney totaled 191 all-purpose yards on 15 touches, contributing as a receiver, rusher, passer and punt returner in Miami's home victory over the Seminoles.
The sophomore hauled in 11 receptions for 152 yards and two touchdowns, including a 3-yard touchdown catch in the second overtime that proved to be the game-winner. Toney followed the score by completing a pass for a successful two-point conversion.
Toney also added 31 rushing yards on two carries and returned a punt eight yards. He accounted for eight first downs from scrimmage as the Hurricanes secured the victory over Florida State
The Paul Hornung Award, presented by the Louisville Sports Commission, recognizes the most versatile player in major college football.
