NEW ORLEANS- Idaho quarterback Matt Linehan was named the Sun Belt Offensive Player of the Week Monday, after leading an offensive outburst in the Vandals' 31-23 win Saturday, against ULM. Linehan was 28-of-42 for 360 yards and three touchdowns.
Linehan posted season highs in completions, attempts and yards, also matching his season best for touchdowns. He connected with eight different receivers, spreading each of his three touchdowns to a different target. The 360 passing yards are the fourth most in a game in Linehan's career and mark his 13th game with at least 300 yards through the air.