Nelson, a senior quarterback, led the game-winning drive early in the fourth quarter of Simpson's 14-10 Homecoming win over rival Central. On the drive, he went 3-for-4 for 33 yards passing and rushed six times for 35 yards, including a nine-yard scramble to set up the winning score. He was 17-of-27 overall for 171 yards and two touchdowns through the air, throwing a touchdown pass in his 23rd consecutive game. Nelson also added 49 yards rushing on 15 carries. (IIAC Male Athlete of the Week)
Special mention — Carvin Thompson, sr., RB, Coe; Bryan Bradshaw, sr., QB, Dubuque; Brandon Steggall, sr., WR, Wartburg
