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Portland State completed its 2019 football season at 5-7 overall, 3-5 and sixth place in the Big Sky Conference. Here is a look at the season in review.
 
SEASON HIGHLIGHTS
• Portland State completed the season at 5-7 overall, one game improved from the 2018 season (4-7) and five games improved from two seasons ago.
• SR TE Charlie Taumoepeau, SO S Anthony Adams and JR ST Emmanuel Daigbe were all named first team All-Big Sky Conference. Daigbe also garnered third team honors as a wide receiver. SO K Cody Williams was selected as third team All-Big Sky along with SR C Garret Stauffer. SR DTs Anthony Del Toro and Kenton Bartlett and SR DE Shawn Richard were named honorable mention All-Big Sky. JR OL Daniel Giannosa won the Big Sky Community Service Award.
• SO S Anthony Adams was named to the Buck Buchanan Award finalist list. He was one of 26 players on the ballot for the National Defensive Player of the Year Award. Adams led the Big Sky Conference in interceptions (5) and pass breakups (19). His 24 passes defended led the nation. The 19 pass breakups is a new Portland State record. Adams also had 56 tackles, two tackles for loss and a blocked kick on the season.
• SO K Cody Williams rewrote the kicking record book at Portland State. Williams booted a 56-yard field goal in a win at Northern Colorado, breaking the 44-year old mark of 55 yards set by Pat Moore. Williams also broke the record for consecutive extra points made: 82-82 in his career, and counting (previous mark 77 in a row by Jonathan Gonzales). Finally, Williams made five field goals in a single game at Northern Arizona, tying the record held by Dan Frantz.
• JR QB Davis Alexander put up the best passing numbers by a Viking quarterback in nearly two decades. His 25 touchdowns were the most since Jimmy Blanchard had 29 in 1999. His 2,928 passing yards were the most since Juston Wood had 3,200 in 2001.
• The Viking defense pulled off a feat against a Division I and Big Sky Conference opponent it had not accomplished in 13 seasons and 100 Big Sky games; a shutout, 24-0, of the University of Idaho.
• Overall, Portland State improved its total offense by 60 yards and seven points per game over 2018. The defense allowed 6.2 fewer points and 11.2 fewer yards per game.
• Academic All-Big Sky Conference will be announced in January. Other post-season awards to come in December.
 
ANTHONY ADAMS NAMED AS BUCK BUCHANAN AWARD FINALIST
Portland State Safety Anthony Adams has been named as one of 26 finalists for the Buck Buchanan Award, which goes to the National Defensive Player of the Year at the FCS level.
     
Adams, a 6-foot, 185-pound sophomore from Newberg High School, led the nation in passes defended this season with a total of 24. He made five interceptions and broke up 19 passes, both of which led the Big Sky Conference. Adams ranked 13th in the nation in interceptions.
     
For the season, Adams also had 56 tackles, two tackles for loss and blocked a kick on special teams. He broke the Portland State school record for pass breakups in a season (previously 15). He is one of three Big Sky players on the Buck Buchanan list.
     
Adams now has 26 PBUs in his two seasons on the Park Blocks and already ranks sixth for a career. He is on pace to break the school career record (33). Overall, he has 104 tackles, 8.5 tackles for loss, six interceptions, 26 pass breakups and a fumble recovery in 23 career games.
     
Among Portland State's previous Buck Buchanan Award finalists were: Adam Hayward (2006, fourth in the balloting), Andy Schantz (2008, 10th) and Patrick Onwuasor (2015, 2nd).
     
The award will be voted on by a national panel of over 150 sports information and media relations directors, broadcasters, writers and other dignitaries. Voting is based on the regular season.
 
TAUMOEPEAU, ADAMS, DAIGBE HIGHLIGHT ALL-BIG SKY TEAM
Tight end Charlie Taumoepeau, safety Anthony Adams and wide receiver Emmanuel Daigbe all highlight Portland State Football's All-Big Sky Conference selections. Taumoepeau became a two-time first team All-Big Sky choice. Adams earned first team All-Big Sky after leading the league and the nation in passes defended. And Daigbe was selected as first team in the Special Teams category, as well as a third team All-Big Sky wide receiver. All-Conference teams were voted on by league head coaches.
     
Taumoepeau, a 6-3, 245-pound senior from Federal Way, WA, earned first team All-Big Sky Conference for the second year in a row after being second team as a sophomore. The Vikings' top receiver during his career, he was a second team All-American last year and preseason All-American in 2019. Taumoepeau caught 36 passes for 474 yards and two touchdowns this season despite missing two games. He wrapped up a career that included 117 catches, 1,876 yards and 11 TDs.
     
Adams, a 6-foot, 185-pound sophomore from Newberg, led the nation in passes defended this season with a total of 24. He made five interceptions and broke up 19 passes, both of which led the Big Sky Conference. Adams ranked 13th in the nation in interceptions. He also had 56 tackles, two tackles for loss and blocked a kick on special teams. Adams broke the Portland State school record for pass breakups in a season (previously 15). He is one of 26 players from around the country listed on the ballot for the Buck Buchanan Award, for the nation's top defensive player.
     
Daigbe, a 6-1, 210-pound wide receiver from Kent, WA, made his mark all over the field for the Vikings in earning two All-Big Sky awards. As a wide receiver, he led the Vikings with 40 receptions for 651 yards and seven touchdowns. Daigbe added 19 rushing plays for 87 yards and a touchdown. On special teams, Daigbe made 11 tackles and one fumble recovery this season, and had a 19.5 yard kick return average.
     
Viking kicker Cody Williams was given third team All-Big Sky Conference honors for the second season in a row. Williams, a native of Murrieta, CA, made 15-22 field goals and all 45 extra points he attempted. The sophomore set two new school records and tied a third this season. Williams' 56-yard field goal at Northern Colorado broke the PSU record of 55 yards set in 1975 by Pat Moore. His five field goals at Northern Arizona tied for the most made in a game. And, with 82 consecutive extra points made in his career, he has established a new record (previous, 77 in a row).
     
Given an opportunity for a sixth year by the NCAA, senior center Garrett Stauffer made the most of it. He was named third team All-Big Sky Conference this season. The 6-3, 290-pounder from Sam Barlow (OR) High School had missed two full seasons in his career due to injuries, but he started every game at center in each of the last two years and the last 27 games he was available to play, with the exception of one. Stauffer missed the Sept. 28 game at Idaho State after having an appendectomy. However, he returned just 10 days later to start in a win against Southern Utah.
     
Three Viking seniors on the defensive line earned honorable mention All-Big Sky Conference. They include: defensive tackle Anthony Del Toro (Grants Pass, OR; 33 tackles, nine tackles for loss, 5.5 sacks); defensive tackle Kenton Bartlett (Boise, ID; 31 tackles, eight tackles for loss, 3.5 sacks, one pass breakup, one blocked kick); and defensive end Shawn Richard (Miami, FL; 28 tackles, 5.5 sacks, one forced fumble).
     
Offensive lineman Daniel Giannosa was given the Big Sky Conference Community Service Award by the league. Giannosa, who just completed his junior season, has played in 30 games in his career including at tight end, offensive line and long snapper. He started two games at right tackle this season. Giannosa is a two-Academic All-Big Sky Conference honoree as well.
     
In its inaugural year, the Big Sky Community Service Award recognizes football student-athletes who have dedicated their time to helping others and have gone above and beyond in making an impact on their campus and community. Award winners were nominated by their respective head coaches. Each team in the Big Sky has a student-athlete represented on the Community Service team.
 
WHO IS GONE, WHO IS BACK FOR 2020
Portland State had 63 players letter during the 2019 season. Sixteen of those letterwinners were seniors. In addition, 11 other players saw playing time who are still eligible to redshirt the season due to the NCAA's four-game rule for redshirts. Including letterwinners and redshirts, potentially 81 players could return for the 2020 season, 71 of whom saw game action.
     
A handful of previous letterwinners will take redshirt seasons due to injuries: QB Jalani Eason, RB Bishop Mitchell, S Ryan Lesch, OL Carlos Barraza, WR Antwone Williams, LS Riley Shackelford.
     
The Vikings will return 14 starters, six on offense, five on defense and three on special teams. A total of 31 players who have made starts during their careers are scheduled to return in 2019.
     
A breakdown of who is going and who is staying (/ means players shared starts):
 
LETTERWINNERS RETURNING/LOST: 54/18 (includes previous letterwinners who redshirted)
STARTERS RETURNING/LOST: 14 (6 o/5 d/3 st)/11
OFFENSIVE STARTERS RETURNING (6): QB Davis Alexander, WR Davis Koetter, WR Beau Kelly, OL Shiloh Ta'ase, OL Babak Ghadaksaz, WR Emmanuel Daigbe/Mataio Talalemotu
OFFENSIVE STARTERS LOST (5): RB Carlos Martin, OL Korbin Sorensen, OL Larry Brister, OL Garrett Stauffer, TE Charlie Taumoepeau
DEFENSIVE STARTERS RETURNING (5): S Anthony Adams, LB Nicolas Ah Sam, ROV David Joseph, DE Jake Porter, LB Dylan Hanley/Zack Mandera/Robert Holt
DEFENSIVE STARTERS LOST (6): S Sam Inos, CB Montre Brown, CB Deon Crayon, DT Kenton Bartlett, DT Anthony Del Toro, DE Shawn Richard
SPECIAL TEAMS STARTERS RETURNING (3): K Cody Williams, LS Zach Phillipo/Luke Fulford, P Seth Vernon
SPECIAL TEAMS STARTERS LOST (0):
OTHER LETTERWINNERS THAT RETURN (34, with career starts): WR Antwone Williams, WR Easton Trakel, QB Jalani Eason (6), S KJ Walker, QB Jalen Chatman, S Greg Oliver (1), RB Malik Walker, DE James Thomas, CB Arin Mannery (1), RB Bishop Mitchell, S Ryan Lesch (10), LB Isaiah Henry, S Ty Apana-Purcell, WR Jerad Toman, CB Benton Hoge, LB Steffen Jacobsen (4), LB Moses Finau (2), LS Riley Shackelford (27), DE Cody Brown, DE Noah Yunker (16), DT Boogie Davis, OL Brady Brick (3), OL Daniel Giannosa (2), OL John Krahn, OL Tyson Pauling, OL Tommy Laverde, OL Carlos Barraza (8), WR George McCorley (1), TE John Schulte, TE AJ Ruffin (2), TE Malik Thirdgill, DE Jarryn Bush, DT Semise Kofe (12), K/P Ward Bonnin
REDSHIRTS/SQUAD MEMBERS THAT RETURN (29): CB Semaj Bolin, QB Dante Chachere, QB DeMontre Thomas, QB Nathan West, CB Davion Gaines, WR Marshaun Tucker, CB Travis West, S Karsonne Winters, LB Monquel Glasow, CB Michael Jackson, RB JoJo Siofele, CB Darius Harrison, CB Emonte' Scott, WR Zach Folsom, CB Isaiah Jackman, RB Jobadiah Malary, DE Kennedy Freeman, RB Ryon Hurley, LB Justice Pagan, DT Ethan Tela-Porter, LB Jay Tuinei, OL Alex Rockwell, OL Richard Estrella (1), TE Elias Spence, DE Jayson Pace, DT Justus Legg, LB Levi O'Connell, LB Kaiden Durheim, RB Ahmir McGee
OTHER SENIORS LOST (6): ROV Romeo Gunt, CB Maxwell Howell, RB Sirgeo Hoffman, DE Spencer Reed, WR Jacob Bystry, TE Jackson Davis
OTHERS NOT RETURNING (2): RB Evyn Holtz, WR Brandon McCarter, RB Kade Coons
 
PORTLAND STATE'S STATISTICAL LEADERS
Rushing Yards: Sirgeo Hoffman 769, Davis Alexander 517, Malik Walker 284, Carlos Martin 275
Rushing Touchdowns: Sirgeo Hoffman, Davis Alexander 5, Malik Walker 4
Passing: Davis Alexander 211-370-8-2,928-25TD
Receptions: Emmanuel Daigbe 40, Davis Koetter 38, Charlie Taumoepeau 36, Mataio Talalemotu 31, Beau Kelly 31
Receiving Yards: Emmanuel Daigbe 651, Davis Koetter 626, Charlie Taumoepeau 474, Mataio Talalemotu 459, Beau Kelly 442
Receiving Touchdowns: Daivs Koetter 8, Emmanuel Daigbe 7, Mataio Talalemotu 4, Beau Kelly 3, Charlie Taumoepeau 2
Total Touchdowns: Sirgeo Hoffman 8, Davis Koetter 8, Emmanuel Daigbe 8, Davis Alexander 5
Scoring: Cody Williams 90 pts (15 FG, 45 PAT), Sirgeo Hoffman 50 pts (8 TD, 1 2-pt conv.)
Field Goals: Cody Williams 15-22
Total Offense: Davis Alexander 3,445 yards (517 rushing, 2,928 passing)
All-Purpose Yards: Sirgeo Hoffman 963 (769 rushing, 179 receiving, 15 KOR)
Punting: Seth Vernon, 50-2,158, 43.2
Punt Returns: Beau Kelly 12-73
Kick Returns: Emmanuel Daigbe 8-156, Jacob Bystry 8-119
Tackles: Sam Inos 59, Anthony Adams 56, Romeo Gunt 52, Dylan Hanley 45
Tackles For Loss: Anthony Del Toro 9, Jake Porter 8.5, Kenton Bartlett 8, Semise Kofe 7.5
Sacks: Shawn Richard 5.5, Anthony Del Toro 5.5, Jake Porter 4.5, Kenton Bartlett 3.5
Interceptions: Anthony Adams 5, Deon Crayon 2, Greg Oliver 2
Pass Breakups: Anthony Adams 19, Deon Crayon 9, Sam Inos 4, Montre Brown 4
Fumble Recoveries: Six with 1
Forced Fumbles: Rober Holt 2
Blocked Kicks: Three with 1