Bowling Green, Kentucky, October 6, 2025
News Summary
WKU Football running back La’Vell Wright and left tackle Marshall Jackson have received top honors from Conference USA after a strong performance in their recent victory against Missouri State. Wright was named Offensive Player of the Week, while Jackson earned the title of Offensive Lineman of the Week, showcasing their vital contributions to the team’s success. With this win, WKU improved to a 4-1 record and is poised for their next matchup against Delaware.
Bowling Green, Kentucky – WKU Football running back La’Vell Wright was named the Conference USA Offensive Player of the Week, while left tackle Marshall Jackson earned the title of CUSA Offensive Lineman of the Week following a victory over Missouri State. The announcement was made by the conference on Monday after WKU triumphed over Missouri State with a score of 27-22 on Saturday in Springfield, Missouri.
This win improved WKU’s season record to 4-1 overall and 2-0 in Conference USA play. The accolades for Wright and Jackson mark the seventh and eighth weekly awards for WKU this season, demonstrating a strong start for the team. Wright’s honor is his first, while he becomes the third Hilltopper to receive this award this season; quarterback Maverick McIvor had previously been recognized after Week 0 and Week 1.
Jackson’s recognition is significant as it represents the second time WKU has been awarded the Offensive Lineman of the Week title this season, with offensive lineman Laurence Seymore receiving the honor after Week 0.
Wright’s Performance
In the game against Missouri State, Wright was a standout performer, scoring two second-half touchdowns. He concluded the game with a team-high of 104 all-purpose yards, including 91 rushing yards on 10 attempts and one 13-yard reception. After Missouri State seized a 16-10 lead in the second half, Wright reclaimed the lead for WKU with a 2-yard touchdown run. He was crucial in the subsequent scoring drive, accounting for 29 yards of a 12-play, 75-yard march, which effectively turned the tide of the game.
Wright further extended WKU’s lead with a 17-yard touchdown gained from a direct snap late in the third quarter, bringing the score to 24-16. This impressive performance came on the heels of a previous game where he also scored two second-half touchdowns against Nevada in a 31-16 victory. Wright currently leads the team with five touchdowns this season.
Jackson’s Contributions
Jackson played 74 snaps at left tackle during the Missouri State game, contributing significantly to WKU’s ability to accumulate 476 yards of offense—317 through the air and 159 on the ground. This win highlighted WKU’s offensive prowess: it marked the third time this season the team threw for over 300 yards in a game and achieved its second-highest rushing yardage total for the season.
Jackson earned a 65.8 run-blocking grade, the highest among WKU offensive linemen for the game, in addition to an impressive 87.1 pass-blocking grade. Recognizing the offensive line’s stellar performance, Head Coach Tyson Helton awarded them the game ball.
Upcoming Game
WKU looks to build on their success with an upcoming game against Delaware on Friday, Oct. 3, with kickoff scheduled for 6 p.m. CT. This game will be televised nationally on CBS Sports Network.
FAQ
- Who were recognized as CUSA Players of the Week? WKU Football running back La’Vell Wright was named the Conference USA Offensive Player of the Week, and left tackle Marshall Jackson was named the CUSA Offensive Lineman of the Week.
- What was the outcome of the game against Missouri State? WKU defeated Missouri State 27-22 on Saturday in Springfield, Missouri.
- What is WKU’s current season record? With this win, WKU improved its season record to 4-1 overall and 2-0 in Conference USA play.
- How many weekly awards has WKU received this season? The honors for Wright and Jackson mark the seventh and eighth weekly awards for WKU this season.
- What did La’Vell Wright achieve during the game against Missouri State? Wright scored two second-half touchdowns and ended the game with a team-high of 104 all-purpose yards.
- When is WKU’s next game? WKU will play Delaware on Friday, Oct. 3 with kickoff scheduled for 6 p.m. CT.
| Feature | Description |
|---|---|
| Players of the Week | La’Vell Wright (Offensive Player) and Marshall Jackson (Offensive Lineman) |
| Game Result | WKU defeated Missouri State 27-22 |
| Current Record | 4-1 overall, 2-0 CUSA |
| Total Weekly Awards | 7th and 8th awards for WKU this season |
| Wright’s Touchdowns | 2 in the second half |
| Next Game | Delaware on Oct. 3, kickoff at 6 p.m. CT |
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