Kent State defensive back Najee Murray (Steubenville, Ohio) was recently chosen to play in the 2017 Tropical Bowl. Held at Daytona Beach Municipal Stadium, the second annual event is slated to kick off Sunday, Jan. 15, at 9 a.m.
Murray will play for the American Team (white jerseys) wearing No. 32. Todd Littlejohn will serve as head coach, while James Stanley coaches the defensive backs. Players will practice Friday and Saturday in Daytona Beach with a number of pro scouts on hand.
Live streaming video of the game can be seen on Audible Sports.