VOTE for the September 4 J&C Football Player of the Week, presented by Ivy Tech

For Lafayette residents to cast their vote in the Journal & Courier Football Player of the Week poll for September 4, distributed by Ivy Tech, they have until 4:59 EST on Thursday. Remember, you may vote as often as needed, but refreshing the webpage is essential to ensure your vote counts. To recommend future nominees, send your suggestions, along with pertinent statistics or achievements, to cgemes@usatodayco.com. The eight nominees for this week are detailed below:

Jeff, a junior at Carroll (Flora), led his Cougars to a 42-6 victory over Taylor, scoring three rushing touchdowns, including a remarkable 77-yard run that propelled them to a 28-0 lead. AJ Asbury from Covington dominated defensively, recording 15 tackles on defense, 113 rushing yards, and a touchdown in their 40-26 loss to North Vermillion.

Gage Lyons of Harrison contributed 162 rushing yards, averaging 10.7 yards per carry, and scored a touchdown for the Raiders in their narrow 22-20 defeat against Terre Haute South Vigo. Chris Hardy, a defensive lineman from Lafayette, put on a stellar performance with nine tackles, a sack, and a crucial quarterback hurry as he led his Bronchos' defense to a 28-7 win over McCutcheon.

Payton Ford from Seeger scored a receiving touchdown, added a punt return, made four tackles, and was named player of the game in a 50-0 shutout of Attica. Kooper Charles from Southmont had an impressive outing in the Mounties' 41-14 win over North Montgomery, contributing 11 tackles, two fumble recoveries, and two crucial quarterback hurries.

Mason Brummett from Twin Lakes showcased his all-around talent, finishing with 71 rushing yards and three touchdowns on eight carries, along with a catch for a 79-yard touchdown and six tackles on defense in a 40-0 win against Western. Lastly, Grant Peter from West Central put up 76 rushing yards and three touchdowns on three carries, along with two tackles and .5 tackles for loss in a 49-0 victory over Tri-County.