North Carolina Central’s J’Mari Taylor Earns Week 12 HBCU+ FCS National Award

Nov. 18, 2024

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North Carolina Central’s J’Mari Taylor has been selected as the HBCU+ National Player of the Week for FCS college football games in Week 12 this past weekend.

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HBCU+ FCS National Player of the Week

J’Mari Taylor, North Carolina Central, RB, R-Jr., 5-11, 208, Charlotte

Taylor produced the second-most yards from scrimmage (284) in a 2024 FCS game and scored three second-half touchdowns as North Carolina Central defeated Howard 26-3 in the MEAC. He carried the ball 24 times for a career-high 206 yards, scoring from 61, 18 and 40 yards out. He also caught six passes for 78 yards.

Honorable Mention: Andrew Jones, LB, Grambling State; Jalen McClendon, DB, Tennessee State; Robert McDaniel, DB, Jackson State