Week Two Recap of Ontarian’s Playing D-I NCAA Football

As we do each week, here is a recap of how each Ontarian playing NCAA Division-I Football performed over the weekend. To see the original list of all the Ontarian’s playing D-I NCAA Football, go here.

Seniors

South Alabama quarterback Brandon Bridge caught up with friends and family from Mississauga, after the Jaguars defeated Kent State 23-13.

Brandon Bridge, Quarterback, South Alabama (Mississauga, ON)

Making his first career start for South Alabama this past weekend, Mississauga’s Brandon Bridge led a steady Jaguars attack to a hard-fought 23-13 victory. Bridge put together an efficient day, as he was 15-for-25 passing for 161 yards and a touchdown, as well as gaining 55 rushing yards on 13 carries, highlighted by a hurdling 15 yard run.

Even though the Jaguars offence did suffer a few injuries during the game, Bridge kept the offensive unit composed and allowed the Jaguars offensive line to impose their will, as South Alabama rushed for 347 total yards Saturday.

After a great first start, Brandon Bridge and company have the South Alabama faithful very excited for their upcoming home game against SEC opponent Mississippi State.

Just how excited?

Well, so excited that the school will be hosting their first football game sell-out in school history this Saturday!

With South Alabama football on the rise, Brandon Bridge’s stock can only go up with it, as he looks to lead the Jaguars to a historical season in 2014.

Here is the official South Alabama game recap.

Oliver Kathalay, Defensive Back, Eastern Michigan (Mississauga, ON)

In their first road game of the year, the Eastern Michigan Eagles were overwhelmed in the swamp by the Florida Gators, losing by a score of 65-0. Florida jumped out to an early 30-0 lead at halftime and never look back.

Oliver Kathalay did suit up for the game, but did not record any statistics.

Here is the official Eastern Michigan game recap.

Juniors

Tevaun Smith, Wide Receiver, Iowa (Toronto, ON)

A pair of late fourth quarter drives helped the Hawkeyes comeback from a 13-3 deficit, en route to a 17-13 come-from-behind victory over Ball State.

Junior Tevaun Smith put together another strong game, as he caught 6 receptions, for 59 yards. Smith has quickly become one of quarterback Jake Rudock’s favourite targets.

Smith looks to continue his breakout season when the Hawkeyes welcome in-state rival Iowa State to Kinnick Stadium on Saturday to battle for the Cy-Hawk trophy.

Here is the official Iowa game recap.

Arjen Colquhoun, Cornerback, Michigan State (Windsor, ON)

Michigan State got off to a great start in Eugene, as the Spartans led Oregon 24-18 at halftime. But like many other opponents who have played in Autzen Stadium, the Spartans would fall victim to the Ducks high-octane attack in the second half, as Oregon would out score Michigan State 28-3 in the second half, en route to a 46-27 final score.

Windsor’s Arjen Colquhoun would participate in the game, but did not record any statistics.

Here is the official Michigan State game recap.

Sep 6, 2014; Evanston, IL, USA; Northern Illinois Huskies wide receiver Da’Ron Brown (4) celebrates with Northern Illinois Huskies wide receiver Juwan Brescacin (11) and Northern Illinois Huskies wide receiver Chad Beebe (82) after he scores a touchdown against the Northwestern Wildcats during the second half at Ryan Field. Mandatory Credit: Matt Marton-USA TODAY Sports

Juwan Brescacin, Wide Receiver, Northern Illinois (Toronto, ON)

Northern Illinois erupted for a 23-point second half explosion, as the Huskies came back to upset in-state foe Northwestern 23-15, on the road in Evanston. This marks Northern Illinois’ third consecutive victory over Big Ten opponents.

Toronto’s Juwan Brescacin recorded 2 receptions in the game, for 13 yards. The Huskies changed quarterback’s midway through the game, after the offence was stagnant throughout much of the first half. Although Brescacin’s statistics don’t jump out at you on the box score, he played well throughout the game, and helped the Huskies rushing attack gain 24o yards on the ground.

Here is the official Northern Illinois game recap.

Josiah St. John, Offensive Line, Oklahoma (Pickering, ON)

Number 4 Oklahoma defeated Tulsa 52-7 on Saturday, as the Sooners overwhelmed the Golden Hurricanes with 580 total yards of offence.

Josiah St. John would play in the game, but he would enter it as a backup in the second half.

Here is the official Oklahoma game recap.

Mitchell Winters, Defensive Line, Miami (Ohio) (Mississauga, ON)

Miami (Ohio) fell 17-10 to Eastern Kentucky on Saturday. The Redhawks did control the ball for most of the game, as they possessed the ball for 38:38, compared to the Colonels 21:22. But six Miami (Ohio) turnovers would prove to be the difference in this one.

Mississauga’s Mitch Winters started his second consecutive game at defensive tackle. Winters recorded 1 assisted tackle, but continues to see a lot of snaps along the Redhawks defensive line.

Here is the official Miami (Ohio) game recap.

Trent Corney, Defensive End, Viriginia (Brockville, ON)

Virginia cruised to a 45-13 victory over Richmond on Saturday. It was the first Cavaliers victory since 350 days ago, when the Wahoo’s beat Virginia Military on September 21st.

Defensive end Trent Corney recovered a fumble on Saturday, but continues to see most of his time on special teams.

Here is the official Virginia game recap.

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Allison Campbell, Offensive Line, Eastern Michigan (Kagawon, ON)

In their first road game of the year, the Eastern Michigan Eagles were overwhelmed in the swamp by the Florida Gators, losing by a score of 65-0. Florida would jump out to an early 30-0 lead at halftime and never look back.

Allison Campbell once again started at centre for the Eagles, but the line was clearly overmatched by a superior Florida Gators defensive line.

Here is the official Eastern Michigan game recap.

Sophomores:

Akeel Lynch, Running Back, Penn State (Toronto, ON)

After a slow start offensively, Penn State would get it together in the second half and defeat the Akron Zips 21-3. Although Penn State leaned on their defence for most of the game, the offence was able to put together 14 second half points.

Running back Akeel Lynch really made his presence felt in this game. Lynch finished the game as the Nittany Lions leading rusher, rushing for 45 yards, on 7 carries. Lynch was used as both a back in the teams 11 and 12 personnel packages, as well as the featured back in the Nittany Lions wildcat attack. After a strong performance on Saturday, Lynch could see his workload increase going forward.

Here is the official Penn State game recap.

Josh Stanford caught up with a few of his former high school team-mates from Mississauga on Saturday, after the Hokies upset Ohio State.

Joshua Stanford, Wide Receiver, Virginia Tech (Mississauga, ON)

Virginia Tech went into Ohio Stadium and upset the Ohio State Buckeyes 35-21, in front of 107,517 fans – a Ohio State all-time record. The Hokies historic victory over number 8 ranked Ohio State, marks the highest ranked opponent the Hokies have ever beaten on the road. Virginia Tech’s defence tormented Ohio State quarterback J.T. Barrett all night long, as the Hokies racked up 7 sacks and 3 interceptions in the game.

Mississauga’s Josh Stanford caught 2 passes for 14 yards and looked to be running well, after suffering a hamstring injury last week against William & Mary.

Here is the official Virginia Tech game recap.

Eli Ankou, Defensive Line, UCLA (Ottawa, ON)

UCLA survived a scare from the Memphis Tigers, as the Bruins outlasted the Tigers for a 42-35 victory.

Ankou did play in the game, but did not record any statistics.

Here is the official UCLA game recap.

Faith Ekakitie, Defensive Line, Iowa (Brampton, ON)

A pair of late fourth quarter drives helped the Hawkeyes comeback from a 13-3 deficit, en route to a 17-13 come-from-behind victory over Ball State.

Ekakitie did enter the game, but did not record any statistics.

Here is the official Iowa game recap.

Ryan Doull, Offensive Line, Virginia (Kanata, ON)

Virginia cruised to a 45-13 victory over Richmond on Saturday. It was the first Cavaliers victory since 350 days ago, when the Wahoo’s beat Virginia Military on September 21st.

Ryan Doull started the game at left guard, and helped the Cavaliers offence compile 330 total yards of offence. Doull should continue to start while tackle Jay Whitmire remains out of the lineup.

Here is the official Virginia game recap.

Freshmen:

Sep 6, 2014; Lawrence, KS, USA; Kansas Jayhawks cornerback Matthew Boateng (1) breaks up a pass intended for Southeast Missouri State Redhawks wide receiver Paul McRoberts (1) in the second half at Memorial Stadium. Kansas won the game 34-28. Mandatory Credit: John Rieger-USA TODAY Sports

Matthew Boateng, Defensive Back, Kansas (Pickering, ON)

Kansas topped Southeast Missouri State 34-28 in their season opener this past weekend. Although the Jayhawks controlled most of the game, Southeast Missouri State would erase a 34-7 deficit with 21 unanswered points in the fourth quarter, almost completing the improbable comeback.

Pickering’s Matthew Boateng had a stellar debut, as he recorded 2 tackles (1 solo, 1 assisted) and his first career interception. After a great first game, Boateng looks like he will be a part of the Jayhawks secondary rotation going forward.

Here is the official Kansas game recap.

Ryan Hunter, Offensive Line, Bowling Green (North Bay, ON)

Bowling Green routed Virginia Military 48-7 on Saturday. The Falcons had their way with VMI all game, as they out gained VMI 526-418 in total yards, and controlled the game on the ground with 260 rushing yards.

Ryan Hunter would dress for the game, but would see time as a backup in the second half.

Here is the official Bowling Green game recap.

Trey Rutherford, Offensive Line, Connecticut (Markham, ON)

A 72-yard punt return by Deshon Foxx helped push the UCONN Huskies to a 19-16 win over Stony Brook on Saturday.

Markham’s Trey Rutherford took over for left tackle Richard Levy in the game. Rutherford played well and could continue to see playing time if junior Richard Levy continues to struggle at left tackle.

Here is the official Connecticut game recap.

Did Not Play:

SR- James Bodanis, Offensive Line, Michigan State (Toronto, ON)

SR – Dillon Guy, Offensive Line, Buffalo (Hamilton, ON)

SR – Shaquille Murray-Lawrence, Running Back, UNLV (Scarborough, ON)
Head coach Bobby Hauck said Murray-Lawrence’s lack of playing time is because of a “team matter”.

JR – Terry Ayeni, Defensive End, Iowa State (Toronto, ON)

JR – Michael Topolinski, Linebacker, Michigan State (Richmond Hill, ON)

FR – David Knevel, Offensive Line, Nebraska (Brantford, ON)
David Knevel did not play this week, but here is a cool story from the Kearney Hub about the bond the Huskers’ o-line has developed.

FR – Tyler Topolinski, Defensive End, Michigan State (Richmond Hill, ON)

FR – Michael O’Connor, Quarterback, Penn State (Ottawa, ON)

FR – Peter Godber, Offensive Line, Rice (Toronto, ON)
Rice was on a bye this past weekend.

FR – Kain Anzovino, Long Snapper, Kent State (Fort Erie, ON)

FR – Tyler O’Henly, Offensive Line, Buffalo (London, ON)