Sanders is ICCAC Football Athlete of the Week

Iowa Central's Mario Sanders is athlete of the week.

Mario Sanders continues to show why he is one of the best receivers in the country this season. Last week in a blowout win over Ellsworth 62-13, the freshman pulled down another seven catches toataling 181 yards and two touchdowns. It was his third time this season going over 100 yards in a game. 

This season, Sanders is the NJCAA's leader in catches (28), yards (511), and yards per game (127.8). His seven touchdowns are second-most and his 18.3 yards are ninth best. 

Iowa Central is now ranked No. 4 in the country and faces Division III No. 1 DuPage on Saturday September 23.