Tampa, Fla. - On Monday afternoon, two St. Thomas Football players were named Sun Conference Players of the Week. 

Isaiah Lopez was once again named Sun Conference Offensive Player of the Week. In the win at Southeastern, Lopez rushed for 216 yards on the ground and three touchdowns. He also added a receiving touchdown, along with two receptions and 16 receiving yards. On the season, Lopez had the most points scored in the entire NAIA (120). He also ranks third in the country in rushing yards (1,101), fourth in yards per carry (7.9), and fifth in all-purpose yards (1,294). Lopez leads The Sun Conference in most rushing categories as well. This is Lopez's third Sun Conference Offensive Player of the Week award this year, and his second consecutive award. 

Zach Marino was named The Sun Conference Defensive Player of the Week following the win at Southeastern. In the game, Marino found his way to the ball, leading Bobcat defenders with 12 total tackles. Marino also added 1.5 tackles for loss, 0.5 sacks, a fumble recovery, and a pass breakup. This season, Marino has the third-most tackles in The Sun Conference with 69 tackles. He has also been important in pass coverage, as his 10 pass breakups are tied for third in The Sun Conference. This is Marino's first Sun Conference Defensive Player of the Week award this season. 

Football returns to action Saturday, as they travel to Georgia to face Thomas. Kickoff is set for 4:00 pm on October 31.