Smith named Gateway Conference Offensive Lineman of the Week

10/01/2007 | 12:00:00 | Football

Oct. 1, 2007

By Jeff Honza
www.SIUSalukis.com

CARBONDALE, Ill. - Southern Illinois University sophomore Shawn Smith was named this week's Gateway Football Conference Offensive Lineman of the Week.

Smith, a native of Hutchinson, Kan., helped lead SIU's high-powered offense to a league record 72 points against Indiana State last week.

Behind Smith and company, the Salukis piled up a season-high 321 rushing yards and seven rushing touchdowns. SIU also went its second game without allowing a sack this season.

The Dawgs lead the nation in scoring offense, averaging 53.4 points per game.

Smith earned the weekly honor for the first time in his career.