Mike McMahon - The Record

On Monday, University at Albany running back Omar Osbourne earned a conference honor from the Colonial Athletic Association.

Osbourne (right) was named CAA Offensive Player of the Week, following a career-high 252-yard rushing effort in the 37-34 victory over Colgate.  Osbourne also rushed for two touchdowns.

The UAlbany football team is still receiving votes in The Sports Network Top 25.

The Great Danes play their first CAA game against Rhode Island, on Saturday. The game will be the first contest on brand new Bob Ford Field.