FRISCO, Texas – University of the Incarnate Word defensive end Darrius Montgomery was named Southland Conference Special Teams Player of the Week, the league office publicized Monday.
 
The announcement marks the first player of the week recognition for Montgomery, and the first for the Cardinals since Trey Colbert received the honor last season on Oct. 31.
 
A Baytown, Texas native and Goose Creek Memorial product, Montgomery tied a program record with two blocked punts against Abilene Christian on Saturday. Both punt blocks resulted in UIW touchdowns. In addition to his special teams' exploits, Montgomery added two quarterback hurries, two tackles and a sack for a 10-yard loss against the Wildcats.
 
Montgomery currently leads the league with 2.5 sacks in Southland play. He ranks fourth overall in tackles for loss, with 5.0 on the year.
 
UP NEXT
 
The Cardinals travel to Hammond for a 4 p.m. battle with Southeastern Louisiana on Oct. 7.
 
STAY TUNED
 
UIW returns to Military City on Oct. 14 for a 6 p.m. date with in-state opponent Lamar.
 
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