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BUFFALO, NY – University at Buffalo running back Jaret Patterson was named a second-team All-American by the Associated Press on Monday. He became just the second UB player to be named an All-American at the FBS level, joining Khalil Mack who earned the honor in 2013.

Last week, Patterson was named a first-team All-American by USA Today.

Though a shortened season, Patterson still but up historic numbers for the Bulls. The junior running back leads the nation in rushing, averaging 178.7 yards per game. He is also tied for second in the nation in rushing touchdowns with 19 in only six games.

Patterson rushed for 1,025 yards over the first five games of the season, tying the FBS record for earliest game to reach 1,000 yards in a season. His statement game came against Kent State on Nov. 28 when he rushed for 409 yards and eight touchdowns. The 409 yards were the second most ever in an FBS game and the eight touchdowns tied the FBS record for a single game. He finished the season with 1,072 yards rushing to become the first player in school history to rush for 1,000 in three different seasons. His 19 rushing touchdowns tied his own school record for a single season.

For his efforts, he became the first player in program history to win the prestigious Vern Smith Leadership Award, given annually to the Mid-American Conference's top player. He was also named the MAC Offensive Player of the Year.

Click here for the entire 2020 AP All-America Team.

The Bulls finished the 2020 season with a record of 6-1 and defeated Marshall to win the Camellia Bowl.