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Wilson III Becomes Second Gator to be Slotted as Shaun Alexander Freshman of the Week

GAINESVILLE, Fla. – After setting a University of Florida freshman record with a career-high eleven single game receptions, breaking the tie held between himself, Jabar Gaffney and Reidel Anthony a week prior, Eugene Wilson III is being recognized for his equally impressive Week 10 performance against Arkansas.

Wilson III has been named the Shaun Alexander Week 10 Freshman of the Week, as announced by the Maxwell Football Club on Tuesday morning.

In addition to a strong performance this previous week, he leads all FBS true freshmen in receptions per game (6.4) and ranks third in receiving yards (416) and receiving yards per game (59.