NORFOLK, Va., - North Carolina Central running back J'Mari Taylor was named the Mid-Eastern Athletic Conference (MEAC) Offensive Player of the Week, presented by Coca-Cola. Fellow Eagle Kole Jones earned Defensive Player of the Week honors as announced by the conference office.  
 
Taylor (RB, 5-11, 200, r-Jr., Charlotte, N.C.) amassed 128 rushing yards and was responsible for three total touchdowns in N.C. Central's 31-24 win over Alabama State. He also recorded two catches for 18 yards with one more touchdown. The 128-yard rushing performance was Taylor's first 100+ yard game.
 
Jones (DB, 5-10, 195, Sr., Chesapeake, Va.) picked off a pass and returned it for a 31-yard score in the second quarter of the Eagles's win over Alabama State in the Orange Blossom Classic. He also collected six solo tackles and registered 1.5 for loss in NC Central's season opener.
 
The Eagles will host Elon on Saturday, Sept. 7, for their home opener. The game will kick off at 6 p.m. and can be seen on ESPN+. Fans interested in purchasing tickets can contact the NCCU Ticket Office at (919) 530-6530.
 
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