FLORIDA BOYS SHINING -- WEEK 5 ROUNDUP -- COLLEGE
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Players who hail from the state of Florida provide numerous contributions nationwide to many college football programs. Each week, we highlight what our FLORIDA BOYS are doing in college football action from around the country in our weekly series of FLORIDA BOYS SHINING.
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QB MAC JONES
, University of Alabama
Jacksonville Bolles Bulldogs
-- Jacksonville (First Coast Area)
vs. Texas A&M University:
Mac Jones picked apart the Texas A&M defense... to the tune of 435 yards through the air with 4TDs. The Jacksonville Bolles product was 20 for 27, with a pick, as the Crimson Tide rolled the Aggies 52-24 in SEC Play. Jones' career 435 yard outing was second in the country for Week 5 collegiate performances.
RB KHALIL HERBERT
, Virginia Tech University
American Heritage Patriots
-- Plantation (Broward Area)
vs. Duke University:
Khalil Herbert had a monster day over Duke with 208 yards on the ground, topping the chart for rushing peformances collegiate in Week 5. The redshirt senior from Plantation American Heritage had 2 TDs for his Hokies and averaged 10.4 yards per carry on 20 carries. "Juice" Herbert, who redshirted last year at Kansas then transferred to Virginia Tech, has already set a VT record with 358 all purpose yards in his second game as a Hokie. He's already doing big damage in the ACC, doubling his rushing yards in consecutive weeks: in the opener vs. North Carolina State, "Juice" led his Hokies to a 45-24 win with 104 yards, on just 6 carries, scoring on a 37 yard Touchdown.
DB DANIEL WRIGHT
, University of Alabama
Boyd Anderson Cobras
-- Lauderdale Lakes (Broward Area)
vs. Texas A&M University:
Daniel Wright got his first career PICK SIX... robbing Kellen Mond for a 47 yard Touchdown of a interception. The Lauderdale Lakes Boyd Anderson is making WAVES in that All-Floria Defensive Backfield... reminiscent of another BA star for the Crimson Tide: Eddie Jackson who is now starring in the NFL for Chicago.
DB JAMIEN SHERWOOD
, Auburn University
Jensen Beach Falcons
-- Jensen Beach (Space & Treasure Coast Area)
vs. University of Georgia:
Sherwood had an 14 Tackles in a 27-6 loss to SEC opponent #4th ranked Georgia . The Junior from Jensen Beach also had 2 Pass Deflections.
LB ERIC MITCHELL
, University of Central Florida
Miami Central Rockets
-- Miami (Miami Dade Area)
vs. Tulsa:
Eric Mitchell had a big day in a heartening 34-26 upset by Tulsa. Mitchell had 13 Tackles, 6 which were solo. The Knights were recently in much discussion about contention for top team in the Sunshine State before being upset by a strong motivated Tulsa team.
DB RICHIE GRANT
, University of Central Florida
Choctawhatchee Indians
-- Fort Walton Beach (Panhandle Area)
vs. Tulsa:
Richie Grant had an Interception in a heartbreaking 34-26 loss to unranked Tulsa, recording his 2nd Interception this season. The Senior from Fort Walton Beach is on pace to best his interception total from his sophomore campaign, where he had 6 INTs to lead his Central Florida team. Grant also had 9 tackles, six which were solo. The Senior from Choctaw High now has 4 turnovers in games: 2 INT, and 2 fumble recoveries in the first two games of the season.
DB JORDAN BATTLE
, University of Alabama
St. Thomas Aquinas Raiders
-- Fort Lauderdale (Broward Area)
vs. Texas A&M University:
Jordan Battle had 9 tackles as his #2 ranked Crimson Tide rolled over SEC opponent Texas A&M 52-24. The sophomore from famed St. Thomas Aquinas in Ft. Lauderdale also had a pass deflection against the Aggies. 5 of those tackles were solo, and one of his assists was for a TFL (0.5).
QB FELEIPE FRANKS
, University of Arkansas
Wakulla War Eagles
-- Crawfordville (Big Bend Area)
vs. Mississippi State University:
KJ Costello shocked the country with a opening season win over LSU with 631 yards.. but when facing Arkansas and transfer QB Feleipe Franks, Franks was the better QB in this matchup, as Arkansas won their first SEC game in 21 tries. Franks completed 20 out of 28 passes for 212 yards and 2 TDS as his Razorbacks shocked 16th ranked Mississippi State 21-14. Franks was flawless with no interceptions, throwing his 2TDs in the 2nd and 3rd Quarter. This is a big win for the Wakulla Legend Franks, who showed flashes during his stint with the Florida Gators.
DB RANDALL HAYNIE
, Vanderbilt University
Cardinal Gibbons Chiefs
-- Fort Lauderdale (Broward Area)
vs. Louisiana State University:
Randall Haynie had an interception in a 41-7 loss to 20th ranked LSU. The Vanderbilt Senior who once played for Cardinal Gibbons now has 3 careers INTS in his 3rd year contributing to the Dores' defense.
RB JA'VEON MARLOW
, Vanderbilt University
Winter Haven Blue Devils
-- Winter Haven (Heartland Area)
vs. Louisiana State University:
Javeon Marlow had 83 yards on the ground vs Reigning national champs LSU. The Tigers dropped their opening game in a monumental opening season loss to a new Mississippi State team lead by offensive guru Mike Leach.... So the now 20th ranked Tigers took it out on Vandy, beating the Dores 41-7. Nonetheless, the Winter Haven product Marlow is battling, getting 17 carries for Vandy. Marlow now has 33 carries for 184 yards in 2 games for the Commodores.
RB JAMAURI WAKEFIELD
, Vanderbilt University
Providence School Stallions
-- Jacksonville (First Coast Area)
vs. Louisiana State University:
Jamauri Wakefield shared the bulk of the carries for the Commodores, amassing 52 yards on 16 carries as Vandy was defeated 41-7 by 20th ranked LSU.
DB TANNER INGLE
, North Carolina State University
Dr. Phillips Panthers
-- Orlando (Orlando Metro Area)
vs. University of Pittsburgh:
Tanner Ingle led his Wolfpack with 9 Tackles, 8 solo. The Orlando Dr. Phillips' product also had an assist on a Tackle For Loss in North Carolina State's 30-29 victory over Pitt. Ingle also had 2 Pass Deflections in this win: A Big ACC Win for his Wolfpack and the start of his season. Wolfpack won it with 23 seconds left to shock Pitt.
RB NATHANIEL NOEL
, Appalachian State University
The West Bulls
-- Miami (Miami Dade Area)
vs. Campbell University:
Nathaniel Noel has jumped on the collegiate scene True Freshman Noel, who just won the 2019 State Championship at Miami Northwestern, ran for 131 yards on 14 carries, and scored his 1st CAREER collegiate TD. Some guys wait years to break a 100-yard game... and Nate has done in his 3rd collegiate game.. The Mountaineers smashed Campbell 52-21 and improved to 2-1 on the season.
RB VINCENT DAVIS
, University of Pittsburgh
Cardinal Gibbons Chiefs
-- Fort Lauderdale (Broward Area)
vs. North Carolina State University:
Vincent Davis had 15 carries for 40 yards in a late loss to North Carolina State 30-29. Davis also had 3 catches for 10 yards.
RB JAMES COOK
, University of Georgia
Miami Central Rockets
-- Miami (Miami Dade Area)
vs. Auburn University:
James Cook had 41 yards on just 5 carries as his 4th ranked Georgia Bulldogs beat #7 Auburn 27-6 in SEC play.
RB KENNY MCINTOSH
, University of Georgia
University School Sharks
-- Fort Lauderdale (Broward Area)
vs. Auburn University:
Kenny McIntosh rushed for 29 yard on 6 carries, caught 1 pass for 15 yards and had a nice 38 yard kickoff return as his Bulldogs beat the War Eagles of Auburn 27-6.
WR ANTHONY SCHWARTZ
, Auburn University
American Heritage Patriots
-- Plantation (Broward Area)
vs. University of Georgia:
Anthony Schwartz led Auburn in receptions with 8 for 57 yards in a tough loss to the 4th ranked Georgia Bulldogs.
DB TYSON CAMPBELL
, University of Georgia
American Heritage Patriots
-- Plantation (Broward Area)
vs. Auburn University:
Georgia defensive back Tyson Campbell had 3 Solo Tackles and a Pass Deflection in their 27-6 win over Auburn.
DB JOSHUA JOBE
, University of Alabama
Miami Columbus Explorers
-- Miami (Miami Dade Area)
vs. Texas A&M University:
Josh Jobe had 4 Solo Tackles as his #2 ranked Alabama Crimson Tide smacked Texas A&M 52-24.
CB PATRICK SURTAIN, JR.
, University of Alabama
American Heritage Patriots
-- Plantation (Broward Area)
vs. Texas A&M University:
Patrick Surtain II had 1 Tackle and 1 Pass Deflection in a 52-24 stomp over Texas A&M. Don't expect the biggest of stats with Surtain as many teams are afraid to try him... cause he's that good.
LB KRISTOPHER MOLL
, University of Alabama at Birmigham
Coral Gables Cavaliers
-- Coral Gables (Miami Dade Area)
vs. Texas San Antonio:
Kris Moll had 7 solo tackles in a 21-13 win over UTSA. UAB had not played since their game vs. University of Miami on September 10, when Moll had tackles versus his hometown Canes.
DL RASHAD WEAVER
, University of Pittsburgh
Cooper City Cowboys
-- Cooper City (Broward Area)
vs. North Carolina State University:
Rashad Weaver had 3 tackles as his Pitt Panthers loss to North Carolina State 30-29.
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BREAKDOWN BY AREA

Broward Area (10)
Miami Dade Area (5)
First Coast Area (2)
Space & Treasure Coast Area (1)
Panhandle Area (1)
Big Bend Area (1)
Heartland Area (1)
Orlando Metro Area (1)

BREAKDOWN BY COLLEGE

Alabama (5)
Vanderbilt (3)
Georgia (3)
Auburn (2)
Central Florida (2)
Pittsburgh (2)
Virginia Tech (1)
Arkansas (1)
North Carolina State (1)
App State (1)
UAB (1)
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