Gateway Tire & Service Center Player of the Week

Silliman quarterback Cobb Kelly is the Gateway Tire & Service Center Player of the Week. The 6'1" 185 lb. senior led the 8th ranked Wildcats to a 21-14 come from behind district win over Bowling Green last Friday night.

Kelly rushed for 148 yards on 20 carries and a touchdown and went 10/19 for 163 yards and two touchdowns passing in the playoff spot clinching win on the road.

"Cobb is a humble young man that wants to do whatever he can to help his team win," said Silliman head coach TJ Davis. "When the lights come on Friday nights you see this young man play with all his heart. He has a true love for his teammates and plays with an intense passion for the game of football."

Kelly ranks fourth in Class AA with 774 yards rushing and first in touchdowns with 17 on the season.

Silliman will be hosting Class AAA Copiah this Friday night before closing out the regular season at Adams Christian and at home against Centreville.