Dallas, Texas – Aggie running back James Jones was honored as the Conference USA Offensive Player of the Week for Week 5 after delivering a dominant performance against Western Kentucky on Thursday. Jones rushed for 155 yards and a touchdown on just 20 carries, helping the Aggies secure a 34‑13 victory at home.
Back‑to‑back 100‑yard games
The standout effort marked the first time an Aggie rusher has posted consecutive 100‑yard games since Jason Huntley achieved the feat in 2019. With the win, Jones also became the first Aggie to record three 100‑yard games in a four‑game span since Huntley’s 2019 run.
Season statistics
Through five weeks, Jones has amassed 510 rushing yards on 77 carries, averaging 102.0 yards per game – the highest average in Conference USA and the 15th‑best mark nationally. His 510 total yards rank sixth in the nation, while his 6.6 yards per carry place him second among C‑USA rushers and 18th among all FBS players. Jones is one of only 16 rushers nationwide averaging more than 100 yards per game.
Recent production
In his last four outings, Jones tallied 479 yards on 66 carries, reinforcing his role as the Aggies’ offensive engine. He has now rushed for 100 or more yards a total of 13 times in his collegiate career, including six of his last nine games dating back to his 2025 season at Delaware State.
What this means for the Aggies
Jones’s consistent production gives the Aggies a reliable ground game as they navigate the remainder of the conference schedule. Coach name not provided in source praised Jones’s work ethic and ability to find seams in opposing defenses, noting that the running back’s performance sets a standard for the entire offense.
Looking ahead
The Aggies will next face opponent not listed in source next week, with hopes that Jones will continue his streak of high‑yardage games and keep the team in contention for the conference title. Fans can follow updates on the Aggies via the official website NMStateSports.com, as well as the team’s social media channels on Facebook, X, and Instagram.
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Original reporting: El Paso News (HLL/CB) — read the source article.
