Birmingham, Ala. - Sophomore quarterback
John Gibbs, Jr. and junior defensive back
Quinton Cantue were named Offensive and Defensive Players of the Week by the SWAC office for their performance this past weekend in the Braves victory over Jackson State 48-33.
Gibbs completed 18-of-32 passes for 275 yards and threw three touchdowns. He extended his passing touchdowns of the season to 21 and tied his career-high of three touchdowns in a single game. He also averaged 4.1 yards per carry rushing for 62 yards on 15 carries.
Cantue intercepted a career-high two passes in a single game and returned one of the interceptions for a 36-yard touchdown. He also recorded six tackles (4 solo) and one pass break-up in the win.