DURHAM, N.C. – North Carolina Central University running back Gino Addison has been named the Stats Perform FCS National Freshman Player of the Week for Week 8, the organization announced Monday.

Addison produced a career performance in NCCU's 31-12 victory over Delaware State on Friday night at Alumni Stadium. The freshman carried the ball 31 times for 214 yards and two touchdowns as the Eagles opened Mid-Eastern Athletic Conference play with a road victory.

The Starke, Florida, native scored on runs of six and 16 yards during the second half. His first touchdown capped a 16-play, 75-yard possession that consumed more than eight minutes, while his second extended the Eagles' advantage to 24-6 early in the fourth quarter.

Addison's performance helped NCCU rush for 272 yards and finish with 427 yards of total offense. The Eagles scored 31 consecutive points after falling behind 6-0 in the opening quarter and snapped a four-game losing streak.

The Middleburg High School product has rushed for more than 100 yards in consecutive games. He recorded 169 rushing yards and added 43 receiving yards against William & Mary on Oct. 10 before posting his first career 200-yard performance against Delaware State.

Addison has accumulated 426 yards from scrimmage over his past two games after recording 84 yards during his first four collegiate appearances.

Monday's recognition is Addison's second national honor following his performance against the Hornets. He was also selected as the BOXTOROW HBCU National Co-Player of the Week.

Stats Perform's FCS football coverage includes weekly national player and team honors throughout the regular season. The organization's postseason awards, which include the Walter Payton, Buck Buchanan, Jerry Rice and Eddie Robinson awards, are in their 40th year.

NCCU (3-5, 1-0 MEAC) returns to O'Kelly-Riddick Stadium on Saturday, Oct. 31, to host Howard University. Kickoff is scheduled for 2 p.m., and the game will air live on ESPN+.