Key Points
  • North Central College football team receives eight selections to the 2023 Associated Press NCAA Division III All-America Teams.
  • First Team selections include running back Joe Saco, offensive linemen Jeske Maples and Jarod Thornton, wide receiver DeAngelo Hardy, and all-purpose player Joey Lombardi.
  • Second Team selections include quarterback Luke Lehnen, defensive lineman Martin Egbo, and defensive back Julian Bell.
  • North Central's offensive unit ranked first nationally in scoring offense and total offense, setting a new collegiate record for points scored.
  • Quarterback Luke Lehnen awarded the Gagliardi Trophy and set new records for passing efficiency, yards per pass, and yards per completion.
  • Defensive lineman Martin Egbo named the CCIW Defensive Student-Athlete of the Year and led the team in tackles for loss and quarterback sacks.
  • The Cardinals finished the season with a 14-1 overall record and qualified for the Division III national championship game.