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Khalil Shakir Named One of Five Finalists for Player of the Year Award

1/6/2021 10:35:00 AM | Football

HONOLULU – Boise State wide receiver Khalil Shakir is a finalist for the Polynesian College Football Player of the Year Award, the Polynesian Football Hall of Fame announced, Wednesday. The honor is presented annually to the most outstanding college football player of Polynesian ancestry who epitomizes great ability and integrity.
 
Shakir recorded 52 receptions for 719 yards and six touchdowns in 2020. He added 148 rushing yards and was one of only two players nationally with 700 yards receiving and 100 yards rushing this season.
 
A Pro Football Focus Honorable Mention All-American, Shakir led the Mountain West and was 10th nationally with 7.43 receptions per game.
 
The winner of the Polynesian College Football Player of the Year will be announced, January 12.
 
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