SEC Players of the Week: Jaxson Dart and Ray Davis Share Offensive Award in Week 5

In a week filled with on-field spectacles, the SEC Players of the Week for Week 5 were announced, showcasing the exceptional talents and performances of individuals who were instrumental in leading their teams to victory. Two offensive maestros, Jaxson Dart of Ole Miss and Ray Davis of Kentucky, shared the Co-Offensive Player of the Week award.

While Dart and Davis were two award winners on the week, plenty of other SEC college football performances were also worthy award winners. The complete list of winners for the Week 5 SEC Players of the Week are below.

Co-Offensive Player of the Week

Jaxson Dart (QB, Ole Miss)

🏈 WK5 | SEC Football Player of the Week

CO-OFFENSIVE: Jaxson Dart@OleMissFB x #SECFB pic.twitter.com/7yWARykC9q

— Southeastern Conference (@SEC) October 2, 2023

• Week 5 Result & Stats: vs. LSU W 55-49; 26/39, 389 yds, 4 TDs; 7 rush, 50 yds, 1 rush TD

Jaxson Dart did a number on LSU’s defense, both in the air and on the ground in Week 5. His arm orchestrated a symphony of touchdowns, ringing four times through the LSU defense, with a season-high of 389 yards.

Dart’s legs weren’t just for show either, as they sprinted through for a crucial touchdown during the dying embers of the game, earning the Rebels a crucial victory over their SEC rivals.

Ray Davis (RB, Kentucky)

🏈 WK5 | SEC Football Player of the Week

CO-OFFENSIVE: Ray Davis@UKFootball x #SECFB pic.twitter.com/CEMHcGN4tN

— Southeastern Conference (@SEC) October 2, 2023

• Week 5 Result & Stats: vs. Florida W 33-14; 26 rush, 280 yds, 3 TDs; 1 rec, 9 yds, 1 TD

The turf at Kentucky bore witness to Ray Davis’s relentless sprint, cutting through the Florida defense like a hot blade through butter. Davis registered a trio of touchdowns on the ground, and accounted for on through the air as the Wildcats pounded the Gators into submission.

He notched up an impressive 280 yards rushing on just 26 attempts, the third-highest all-time for the Wildcats in a single game.

Defensive Player of the Week

Smael Mondon (ILB, Georgia)

🏈 WK5 | SEC Football Player of the Week

DEFENSIVE: Smael Mondon Jr.@GeorgiaFootball x #SECFB pic.twitter.com/hUu9HKDCoF

— Southeastern Conference (@SEC) October 2, 2023

• Week 5 Result & Stats: at Auburn W 27-20; 11 tackles, 1 sack, 2 TFLs

The battle at Auburn saw Smael Mondon standing tall amidst the storm, shining with 11 tackles. His decisive sack and tackles for loss were the bane to Auburn’s advances, keeping the scoreboard tilted in Georgia’s favor.

Mondon’s performance was a cornerstone in keeping the Tiger’s claws sheathed, and keeping the Bulldogs undefeated season alive.

Special Teams Player of the Week

Ainias Smith (WR/PR/KR, Texas A&M)

🏈 WK5 | SEC Football Player of the Week

SPECIAL TEAMS: Ainias Smith@AggieFootball x #SECFB pic.twitter.com/Z2LTYBlj1S

— Southeastern Conference (@SEC) October 2, 2023

• Week 5 Result & Stats: vs. Arkansas W 34-22; 3 punt returns, 131 yds, 1 TD; 4 rec, 71 yds

Ainias Smith’s return to the stadium that witnessed his season cut short last year was nothing short of poetic. Smith returned three punts for a total of 131 yards, with one majestic dash to the end zone. His performance was a kaleidoscope of skills, as he also led the team in receptions.

Offensive Lineman of the Week

Jeremy Flax (OL, Kentucky)

🏈 WK5 | SEC Football Player of the Week

OFFENSIVE LINE: Jeremy Flax@UKFootball x #SECFB pic.twitter.com/M8TzZdYOcQ

— Southeastern Conference (@SEC) October 2, 2023

• Week 5 Result & Stats: vs. Florida W 33-14; Graded at 87%, 5 knockdown blocks, 0 sacks allowed

The barricade that was Jeremy Flax stood unyielding against the ferocious Florida front, his stance emblematic of Kentucky’s resolve. The offensive line helped Kentucky amass a staggering 329 rushing yards. Flax’s grading at 87 percent and 5 pancakes were enough to earn him the Week 5 SEC Offensive Lineman of the Week award.

Defensive Lineman of the Week

James Pearce Jr. (DE, Tennessee)

🏈 WK5 | SEC Football Player of the Week

DEFENSIVE LINE: James Pearce Jr. @Vol_Football x #SECFB pic.twitter.com/VJO5z3bu4g

— Southeastern Conference (@SEC) October 2, 2023

• Week 5 Result & Stats: vs. South Carolina W 41-20; 3 tackles, 2 TFLs, 2 sacks, 1 QB hurry

Amidst the clamor of clashing helmets, James Pearce Jr. emerged as the harbinger of dread for South Carolina. His relentless pursuit left the Gamecocks’ offense in disarray, etching two sacks and a critical quarterback hurry that swung the momentum in Tennessee’s favor. Every snap he was on the field, the anticipation of a game-changing play lingered in the air as the Vols dispatched the Gamecocks.

Co-Freshman of the Week

Caleb Downs (S, Alabama)

🏈 WK5 | SEC Football Player of the Week

CO-FRESHMAN: Caleb Downs@AlabamaFTBL x #SECFB pic.twitter.com/kkD9WpJexR

— Southeastern Conference (@SEC) October 2, 2023

• Week 5 Result & Stats: at Mississippi State W 40-17; 13 tackles, 1 INT, 1 pass breakup

The tales of Caleb Downs’s debut season continue to burgeon as he showcased a defensive clinic against Mississippi State. He racked up 13 tackles and picked off Will Rogers as the Tide rolled in this one.

Peyton Woodring (PK, Georgia)

🏈 WK5 | SEC Football Player of the Week

CO-FRESHMAN: Peyton Woodring@GeorgiaFootball x #SECFB pic.twitter.com/CWnVBCe7AJ

— Southeastern Conference (@SEC) October 2, 2023

• Week 5 Result & Stats: at Auburn W 27-20; 2/2 FGs, 3/3 PATs, long of 38 yds

Amidst the cacophony of the Auburn crowd, the young Peyton Woodring showcased a calm demeanor, going perfect on the week. His two field goals and three PATs helped the Bulldogs overcome Auburn in a tough environment.

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