Kelly came off the bench to lead No. 17-ranked UW-Platteville to a 52-35 win over University of Dubuque (Iowa) in the Battle of the Bridge contest on Sept. 8. Kelly, who came in relief of starter Nick Anderson, matched a career-high with four touchdown passes in the victory over the Spartans. He completed 23 of 30 passes for 262 yards, and added eight carries for 37 yards and a touchdown. His first pass was a seven-yard touchdown strike to Ryley Bailey that set the tone for the afternoon.
Also nominated:
UW-Eau Claire, Joel Sweeney, Junior, Tailback, Tomah, Wis.
UW-Stout, Trevor Morning, Junior, Wide Receiver, Bloomer, Wis.