Sluka is a two-time All-Patriot League selection, earning first team honors for the 2022 season. In 2022, Sluka paced a Holy Cross offense that averaged 39.1 points per game, ranking fifth in FCS.
He completed 135 of his 224 attempts for 2,301 passing yards and 25 touchdowns, with only three interceptions on the year, while also running for eight touchdowns and a team-high 918 rushing yards. He recorded over 100 rushing yards in four different games this season.
Sluka ranks first in FCS in passing yards per completion (17.04), eighth in total offense (292.6 yards/game) and 10th in passing touchdowns. His 918 rushing yards are the most by a quarterback at the FCS level.
Sluka earned Patriot League Offensive Player of the Week honors and the Dr. Edward N. Anderson Trophy following the Crusaders' 53-52 overtime win over Fordham, in which he passed for 291 yards and four touchdowns while also rushing for 174 yards and one additional touchdown.
The Crusaders (11-0, 6-0 Patriot League) posted their first undefeated regular season since 1991 and won their fourth consecutive Patriot League title this fall. Holy Cross earned the eight seed and a first-round bye in the FCS playoffs, and will host a second-round matchup on Dec. 3 at Fitton Field.
The Payton Award, which was first presented in 1987 and in its 36th season, is named for legendary running back Walter Payton, who starred at Jackson State as part of his Hall of Fame career. Past recipients include Steve McNair, Tony Romo, Brian Westbrook, Jimmy Garoppolo, Cooper Kupp and Trey Lance.
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