Dayton punt returner earns Pioneer Football League weekly honor
The Pioneer Football League named Dayton wide receiver Paul Kelly Special Teams Player of the Week.
In a recent game, University of Dayton football player Paul Kelly was honored by the Pioneer Football League (PFL) for his impressive performance. Kelly, a junior wide receiver, was selected as the Special Teams Player of the Week after contributing significantly to the Flyers' 56-28 victory over Morehead State.
During Saturday's match, Kelly showcased his exceptional skills by returning a punt 55 yards for a touchdown. This remarkable play occurred late in the fourth quarter, when the score was 49-28 in favor of Dayton. Kelly's touchdown extended the Flyers' lead to 49-28, with just 3:19 left on the clock. Remarkably, Dayton went on to score 28 unanswered points, with 21 of them coming in the fourth quarter, effectively securing the win against the Eagles.
Kelly's outstanding performance was highlighted by his ability to average over 30 yards on two punt returns during the game. The University of Dayton team is set to face off against Butler on Saturday, October 17, with kickoff scheduled for 1 p.m. The game will be broadcast on WHIO Radio.
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