Updated at 11:43 a.m., Monday, October 9, 2006
UH's Brennan surprised by WAC Player of Week honor
By Stephen Tsai
Advertiser Staff Writer
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"No way," said Brennan, who completed 36 of 47 passes for a season-high 419 yards and four touchdowns in a 41-34 football victory over Nevada Saturday night.
"I'm kind of surprised," added Brennan, who completed 16 of his first 17 passes. "We had a good first half. We had a good run. We really wanted to close them out."
With UH leading 41-34 with under three minutes to play, Brennan fumbled. Nevada recovered at the UH 3.
But the Warriors' defense wouldn't budge, and the Wolf Pack failed to advance the ball.
"I know it goes back to that fumble," Brennan said. "It was a huge mistake. It was a good thing the defense backed me up. That's why I don't feel like the WAC Player of the Week."
Brennan also praised running backs Nate Ilaoa and Reagan Mauia, and the starting receivers and offensive linemen.
"We know (Nevada) had a fantastic d-line and pass rush," Brennan said. "The o-line gave me all of the time in the world. The receivers found the right areas. We clicked early. I'm glad we got the victory. That's the main thing."
Reach Stephen Tsai at stsai@honoluluadvertiser.com.
