Louisiana's Cagle and Dark lead Sun Belt Members ALL-TIME FOOTBALL TEAM
In conjunction with Football Media Days, the Sun Belt Conference announced Monday its all-time conference football team which kicked off the league's year-long celebration commemorating the conference's 30th season of athletic competition.
Former Cajuns Brian Mitchell, Jake Delhomme and Brandon Stokley were a few former UL players named to the All-Time Sun Belt Conference Football Team.
The Sun Belt Conference had 15 NFL standouts and a 2005 NFL first round draft choice (Demarcus Ware, 11th overall selection by Dallas) among its 30 member all-time football team.
A 26-member media panel, comprised of two individuals who cover each current school, voted on the coach, an all-time player and the all-time top 30 players. Each of the 11 current and former Sun Belt Conference schools was eligible to nominate players, and the eight current schools were eligible to nominate anyone who played for the school regardless of era.
The Sun Belt Conference will celebrate the 30th Anniversary of the conference in 2005-2006 by announcing all-time teams for each of its 19 sports (9 men, 10 women).- Keener Cagle QB/K Louisiana-La.
Played at UL from 1922-25… Only Cajun inducted into the College Football Hall of Fame… Historical documents indicate that he rushed for 1,048 yards and passed for 944 yards, scoring 93 points – a record that would stand at UL for 64 years.
Played and owned an NFL team.
- Alvin Dark QB/TB/K Louisiana-La.
Played at UL in 1943…Led Cajuns to an undefeated season and a victory in the Oil Bowl played on Jan. 1, 1944. Involved in 18 of the Cajuns’ 24 points during the Oil Bowl – running for a score, throwing a touchdown pass, kicking three extra points and adding a 16-yard field goal.
Drafted by the NFL but declined the invitation and instead followed his heart and went on to have a steller MLB career.
- Brian Mitchell QB/RB Louisiana-La.
Played at UL from 1986-89…Is the Cajuns’ all-time leader in rushing (3,335) and scoring (286).
Former NFL Pro Bowl selection had lengthy professional career, most notably as a kick returner with the Washington Redskins. Ranks 2nd All-Time in NFL yardage gained.
- Orlando Thomas DB Louisiana
Played at UL from 1991-94…Was a two-time All-American. Led the nation in interceptions during his junior year. Finished his career with 347 tackles and 18 interceptions
Was a starting safety for NFL’s Minnesota Vikings.
- Jake Delhomme QB Louisiana La.
Played at UL from 1993-96…Started 43 consecutive games en route to 9,216 passing yards and 64 TD’s. Atop all Cajuns in passing yards, passing touchdowns (64) and pass completions (655). Led Cajuns to a 29-22
upset over No. 25 Texas A&M, as well as two Big West Championships.
Currently starting QB for Carolina Panthers, starting and excelling in Super Bowl XXXIX
- Brandon Stokley WR Louisiana La.
Played at UL from 1995-98…First player in I-A history to average 100 yards receiving per game over a 4-year career. The Cajuns all-time leader in receptions (241), receiving yards (3,702) and receiving touchdowns (25).
Currently a wide receiver for NFL’s Indianapolis Colts.
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