Reinhardt's Neal Nabs NAIA All-American Honors

WALESKA, Ga. - The 2023 AFCA NAIA Coaches' Football All-American Team is out, and Kellen Neal of Reinhardt represents the Appalachian Athletic Conference (AAC).

The national office released the team on Wednesday.

Neal earned a spot on the third team.

Helping Reinhardt win the AAC championship and advance to the NAIA Football Championship Series, Neal tallied 38 total tackles as a defensive back. He intercepted three passes and broke up two others. Neal recorded 1.0 sacks, had 2.5 tackles for a loss, and forced two fumbles.

The Buford, Ga., native anchored a secondary that allowed 286.8 yards per game and 146.5 passing yards per game. Reinhardt finished the season 8-3 overall and 6-0 in AAC play.

To view the entire NAIA All-American Team, click here.