The Sun Devils’ standout fourth-year running back delivered a stellar performance in a thrilling 30-23 victory over Mississippi State, racking up a career-high 262 yards rushing and a total of 297 all-purpose yards.
TEMPE, Ariz. — The Associated Press national player of the week in football for Week 2 of the season:
Cam Skattebo, Arizona State
The Sun Devils’ fourth-year running back put on a show, rushing for a career-high 262 yards and dominating with 297 all-purpose yards in the victory over Mississippi State.
Skattebo’s performance included 33 carries, the highest in the FBS so far this season. His last carry, a 39-yard run to the Mississippi State 12, sealed the win for the Sun Devils.
With an average of 7.9 yards per carry, Skattebo achieved the second-highest rushing total in program history and displayed his explosive playmaking ability with 12 runs of 10 yards or more, all against Mississippi State.
Hailing from Rio Linda, California, Skattebo transferred from Sacramento State for the 2023 season, adding versatility to his performance with three receptions for 35 yards.
Runner-up
Xavier Scott of Illinois was a notable standout, making impactful plays in the Illini’s victory over then-No. 19 Kansas, including an interception return for a touchdown and a sack among his contributions.
Scott’s defensive prowess was evident throughout the game, with key plays that helped secure the win for Illinois, showcasing his skill and playmaking ability.
Honorable mention
Other standout performances included Northern Illinois DT Cade Haberman’s clutch blocks to secure a major upset over Notre Dame and Boise State RB Ashton Jeanty’s impressive rushing display in a tough loss to Oregon.
Additionally, Syracuse QB Kyle McCord’s stellar passing performance in a victory over Georgia Tech highlighted the depth of talent in college football.
Six stats
Notable statistics from Week 2 include Rutgers RB Kyle Monangai’s impressive fumble-free streak, Penn State’s Drew Allar’s exceptional interception rate, and North Carolina’s Jahvaree Ritzie’s dominant defensive play.
Additional standout stats include Georgia’s impressive road win streak and Missouri’s red zone efficiency, showcasing the diverse talent and skill across college football.
AP voters continue to monitor and assess the performances of teams and players as the season progresses, highlighting the competitive and thrilling nature of college football.
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