Montie Quinn, a running back for Curry College, set an NCAA Division III single-game rushing record with 522 yards and seven touchdowns against Nichols College. His performance included five touchdowns of over 50 yards, marking a historic achievement in college football.
The two schools are located in Massachusetts.
Quinn said, via the school’s website, ‘I’m just humbled and grateful. Breaking the record is something I never imagined coming into today.’ He credited his offensive line and receivers for their blocking efforts, as well as his coaches for putting the team in a position to make plays. ‘This belongs to all of us. I just happened to be the one carrying the ball.’
Curry College head coach Todd Parsons called Quinn’s accomplishment ‘nothing short of amazing.’
Quinn became the first player to rush for at least 500 yards in a game as well as setting the record for most rushing yards in a single NCAA game at any level.
Heidelberg’s Cartel Brooks previously held the Division III record when he ran for 465 yards in 2013. Former Oklahoma Sooners running back Samaje Perine holds the Division I FBS record with 427 yards in 2014.
Quinn, who played high school football in South Carolina, has 1,450 rushing yards and 17 touchdowns in six games for Curry College. The Colonels are 5-1 this season and have scored at least 50 points in their last four consecutive games.