KINGSTON, R.I. - Rhode Island quarterback Alex McClelland was named the CAA Football Offensive Player of the Week, the conference announced Monday morning.

McClelland accounted for 377 yards of total offense in Rhode Island's 41-23 win at No. 25/23 Yale on Saturday. The Barrington, R.I. native had a career day, throwing for 285 yards and four touchdowns while adding 92 yards on the ground.

All four of McClelland's touchdown passes went for 35 yards or more. The third-year Ram connected with Marquis Buchanan for scores of 79 and 37 yards. He also found Jamall Mensah for a 58-yard touchdown and Sean Byrd for a 35-yard score.

McClelland helped lead the Rams to their first win over a ranked opponent since defeating No. 19/24 New Hampshire in Durham on Oct. 19, 2024.

Rhode Island returns home to Centreville Bank Stadium in Pawtucket on Saturday, Oct. 24 against UAlbany. Kickoff is set for 12 noon.