Nelson, Mamaril, Romero, William & Mary, Harvard Earn FCS Football Awards (Week 10)
Harvard was named the national team of the week, with four others receiving Stats Perform FCS football awards following Week 10 games. Opta Analyst’s FCS football coverage includes weekly national player and team honors during the regular season, culminating in the annual Stats Perform FCS National Awards Show on January 3, 2026, in Nashville, Tennessee.
Players of the Week
- Rodney Nelson (Monmouth)
- Carsten Mamaril (Portland State)
- William & Mary special teams unit
- Nicholas Romero (Wagner)
These players were selected as the Stats Perform FCS National Players of the Week for their performances in the Week 10 college football games.
Team of the Week
The Harvard Crimson were honored as the Stats Perform FCS National Team of the Week.
Season and Awards
The weekly awards lead up to the 39th annual Stats Perform FCS National Awards Show to be held in January 2026.
Highlight on Rodney Nelson
Monmouth (8-1) heavily relied on Nelson’s exceptional performance:
- Career highs: 34 carries, 244 rushing yards, and 306 all-purpose yards
- Rushed for two touchdowns in a 35-7 CAA victory at Bryant
- Contributed key receptions of 49 and 13 yards on drives that resulted in touchdowns
- Second-most all-purpose yards by an FCS player this season
- Leads FCS with eight games gaining over 100 rushing yards and three games with over 200 rushing yards
"His all-purpose yards are the second most by an FCS player this season, and he’s first in games with 100+ rushing yards (eight) and 200+ rushing yards (three)."
Rodney Nelson’s impact remains crucial to Monmouth’s success this season.
Author's summary: Harvard led Week 10 FCS awards with standout players and teams recognized for remarkable performances, highlighting Nelson’s record-setting season for Monmouth.