Nelson, Mamaril, Romero, William & Mary, Harvard Earn FCS Football Awards (Week 10)

Harvard was named the national team of the week, and four others received Stats Perform FCS football honors following Week 10 games. Opta Analyst’s weekly FCS football coverage highlights national player and team achievements 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 from Monmouth
Carsten Mamaril from Portland State
The William & Mary special teams unit
Nicholas Romero from Wagner

These athletes were recognized Monday as the Stats Perform FCS National Players of the Week for their performances during the latest round of college football games.

Team of the Week

The Harvard Crimson earned the title of Stats Perform FCS National Team of the Week for their outstanding play.

Season Awards Context

The weekly awards are part of the lead-up to the 39th annual Stats Perform FCS National Awards Show. This season-ending ceremony will honor the outstanding performances and contributions of FCS players and teams.

Spotlight on Rodney Nelson

Rodney Nelson of Monmouth (8-1) stood out with career-best numbers:

34 carries
244 rushing yards
306 all-purpose yards
Two rushing touchdowns

He helped secure a 35-7 CAA victory over Bryant. Nelson’s 49- and 13-yard receptions set up teammates to score touchdowns. His all-purpose yards rank as the second most among FCS players this season. He leads in games with over 100 rushing yards (eight games) and over 200 rushing yards (three games).

"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)."

Author's summary: Week 10 honors spotlight Harvard as the top team and highlight standout players like Rodney Nelson, whose record-breaking performances drive Monmouth's success.

Opta Analyst — 2025-11-04