Delaware quarterback Nick Minicucci was named a Manning Award Star of the Week after setting two program passing records in the Blue Hens’ 35-21 win at Western Kentucky. He completed his first 18 passes and finished with 414 yards and four touchdowns, earning the first weekly Manning Award honor in Delaware history.

By the Numbers
  • 18 consecutive completions to open the game, setting a Delaware record.
  • 32 of 38 passes completed (84.2%), sixth-best completion percentage in program history.
  • 414 passing yards and 4 touchdowns in the 35-21 win.
  • 2 straight games with at least 4 passing touchdowns.
State of Play
  • Minicucci is the first Delaware player to earn Manning Award Star of the Week recognition.
  • The senior was already on the Manning Award Watchlist and several other major award and all-conference watchlists.
What’s Next

Delaware returns to action Saturday at Kennesaw State. Kickoff is at 3 p.m. ET on ESPN+.

Bottom Line

Minicucci’s record-setting accuracy and production have made him a standout nationally—and strengthened Delaware’s momentum heading into its next game.