McKnight, Brodie honored

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South Dakota State football players Cole Brodie and Ryan McKnight earned recognition for their performances in the Jackrabbits' 31-10 victory at Southern Illinois last week. A senior from Sioux Falls, McKnight was honored as the Missouri Valley Football Conference Offensive Lineman of the Week. SDSU's starting center, McKnight helped pave the way for a Jackrabbit offense that racked up a season-high 194 rushing yards. The offensive line also did not allow a sack for the fourth consecutive week and has given up only three all season. Brodie, a senior cornerback from Dacula, Ga., was recognized by CollegeFootballPerformance.com as the National Defensive Back of the Week. Brodie intercepted two passes against Southern Illinois, returning the first 87 yards for a touchdown that gave SDSU a 7-0 lead in the second quarter. His second interception came on SIU's final offensive play of the game. In all, Brodie collected seven tackles (1 TFL) and broke up a pass. SDSU returns home

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