ATLANTA — The Southern Intercollegiate Athletic Conference announced its Football Players of the Week on Tuesday, Oct. 20, honoring student-athletes for impressive performances in games played last week. Following a dominating 45-24 victory over Edward Waters, the Benedict Tigers captured three of the league's weekly awards. David Smith (Benedict), Masiah Wells (Tuskegee), Forest Gantz (Kentucky State), Chris Butler (Benedict) and David Makonzo (Benedict) were recognized.
 
OFFENSIVE PLAYER OF THE WEEK – DAVID SMITH, BENEDICT COLLEGE
Running Back | Sr. | Houston, Texas
Smith led a strong ground game for the Benedict Tigers in their 45-24 victory over Edward Waters. Smith finished with 106 yards on 12 carries and scored two touchdowns. He averaged 8.8 yards per carry with a long of 32 yards.
 
CO-SPECIAL TEAMS PLAYER OF THE WEEK – CHRIS BUTLER, BENEDICT COLLEGE
Wide Receiver | So. | Baltimore, Md.
Butler had a big day as a kick returner in Benedict's 45-24 victory over Edward Waters. Butler had a 76-yard kickoff return for a touchdown in the third quarter that put Benedict up 45-17. Butler finished with 132 yards on three kickoff returns, consistently giving the Tigers good field position. He also had a two-yard return on his only punt return.
 
NEWCOMER OF THE WEEK – DAVID MAKONZO, BENEDICT COLLEGE
Linebacker | Fr. | Lachine, Québec, Canada
Makonzo led the Benedict Tigers with 10 total tackles in Benedict's 45-24 victory over Edward Waters. He also recorded a half-sack for a loss of 5 yards.