Florida A&M

Jeremy Moussa named Walter Payton Award Finalist

11/21/2023 1:18:00 PM

TALLAHASSEE, Fla. –– Florida A&M quarterback Jeremy Moussa is one of thirty named a Walter Payton Award Finalist, the FCS National Offensive Player of the Year Award.

"Jeremy has been instrumental in the success of our program the past two seasons!" said Head Coach Willie Simmons. "His leadership is evident, and his intellect, work ethic, and overall desire to be great have made him one of the best quarterbacks in the country!"

Moussa led the Rattlers' offense to the 27th-best scoring offense in the nation. Moussa finished the season with 2,416 yards, 18 passing touchdowns, and one rushing touchdown in ten games. Moussa finished the season nationally ranked in yards per completion (19th), passing yards per game (20th), passing yards (27th), and passing touchdowns (29th). Moussa led the SWAC in all those categories except yards per completion.

Moussa had two 300+ passing yards this game, including a career-high 374 yards at South Florida. Moussa also threw for 325 yards at Southern. Moussa also had a multi-touchdown game seven times, including three touchdown games versus West Florida, Prairie View A&M, and at Texas Southern.

The complete list of finalists for the Walter Payton Award can be found here.

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