ATLANTA — The Southern Intercollegiate Athletic Conference announced its Football Players of the Week on Tuesday, Nov. 10, recognizing student-athletes for outstanding performances in games played last week. Juan Gainous (Kentucky State), Cameron Watts (Albany State), Ethan Piel (Allen) and Ethan Nation (Benedict) were recognized.
 
NEWCOMER OF THE WEEK – ETHAN NATION, BENEDICT COLLEGE
Defensive Back | Sr. | Roswell, Ga.
Nation played a pivotal role in Benedict's 45-38 victory over Central State, recording two interceptions, three tackles, a half-tackle for loss and two quarterback hurries. The senior defensive back intercepted a pass late in the first quarter and returned it three yards to the Central State 37-yard line, setting up a Benedict touchdown that extended the Tigers' lead to 17-0. Nation added another interception late in the second quarter, helping Benedict maintain control of the contest. His defensive contributions helped the Tigers secure the No. 1 seed and the right to host the 2026 SIAC Football Championship.