Redshirt freshman quarterback Michael Penix and fifth year kicker Logan Justus both received Big Ten football weekly honors for their outstanding performances in week one against the Ball State Cardinals. Both of the recognized players were key components in a victory that truly required all three sides of the ball to work in collaboration.

QB Michael Penix Jr., Big Ten Freshman of the Week

QB Michael Penix Jr. from @IndianaFootball is the #B1GFootball Freshman of the Week after becoming the first IU freshman quarterback to record more than 300 passing yards in his first start since Antwaan Randle El in 1998. pic.twitter.com/vAj5mOLFe6 — Big Ten Football (@B1Gfootball) September 2, 2019

In his first ever collegiate start, Michael Penix became just the second quarterback in Indiana history to throw for over 300 yards in their starting debut. The other player you ask? Legendary Hoosier Antwaan Randle El.

Through the game Michael Penix Jr. tallied a total of 326 passing yards, completing 24 of 40 throws. He had a 75-yard touchdown to Nick Westbrook, but also had two interceptions in the game. In the ground game, Penix added another 67 yards in seven carries, adding up to 393 total offense yardage.

Michael Penix to Nick Westbrook for the 75 yard TD!!! #Indiana pic.twitter.com/uNoKlKlu1J — #FlashSZN (@ftbeard_17) August 31, 2019

K Logan Justus, Big Ten Special Teams Player of the Week

The #B1GFootball Special Teams Player of the Week is @IndianaFootball K Logan Justus, who went 4-for-4 on field goal attempts, including kicks from 48, 49 and 50 yards. pic.twitter.com/xKXPzoHsQ8 — Big Ten Football (@B1Gfootball) September 2, 2019

With a perfect four-for-four performance, Logan Justus earned another Big Ten Special Teams weekly honor. The last time he won the award was against Maryland in 2018, where he kicked two field goals and four extra points.

Justus broke his career high distance on three occasions against Ball State. The friendly kicking conditions of Lucas Oil allowed Justus to knock down a 48-yard attempt to start the game, which was a career distance for Logan Justus. After a 30-yard make in the second quarter, he broke his career high twice more with a 49-yard field goal and a 50-yard field goal.

Logan Justus improves his career long FG for the 3rd time today with a 50-yard FG@indianafootball leads by two scores 34-24 pic.twitter.com/LlkwB8lP44 — CBS Sports Network (@CBSSportsNet) August 31, 2019

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