MISSOULA — Perhaps Keali’i Ah Yat said it best: Eli Gillman had “one of those iconic games” against Central Washington on Saturday night, and now he’s reaping the spoils.

Gillman broke free for a 54-yard touchdown run on his first carry of the game and went on to rush for a career-high three touchdowns and 198 yards , the 12th-highest single game total in Grizzly history.

It was the best day rushing in the conference this season, so it was no surprise that Gillman was named Big Sky offensive player of the week, the league announced Monday.

What is a surprise, however, is that it’s only the second time in his illustrious career he’s earned weekly honors from the conference.

Gillman single-handedly put up 18 of Montana’s 42 points against the Wildcats, starting with a 54-yard run and b

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