Jayden Reed – Noteworthy
OCT 1 MAC WEST DIVISION OFFENSIVE PLAYER OF THE WEEK: Western Michigan WR Jayden Reed…Western Michigan freshman wide receiver Jayden Reed (Aurora, Ill.) had four touchdowns, seven catches and 137 yards receiving in a 40-39 win at Miami on Saturday. Reed’s four touchdown receptions tied the school record set by Greg Jennings in 2005. Reed becomes just the second freshman ever in the history of the MAC to catch four touchdowns in a game, joining former Miami player Sam Martin. It was the third time 100-plus yard receiving game, which leads the MAC this season. He also leads the league in receiving touchdowns with six. Reed caught two touchdowns in the first quarter, the first from 10 yards out and the second from 33. Reed’s third touchdown was a 27-yarder that pulled the Broncos to within six, 27-21, in the third quarter. Reed’s fourth touchdown was his biggest catch of the game and came on 4th and goal with 7:25 remaining. Reed also had a 34-yard punt return. – MAC Football
