Shegog is Delta State's third Conerly Award winner, joining Tregnel Thomas in 1996 and Josh Bright in 2000.

The Conerly Trophy is presented annually to Mississippi's top collegiate football player as voted on by members of the state's sports media outlets.

"I couldn't have done this without the best teammates and coaches in the world, and I love and appreciate every single one of them," said Shegog. "It brings me great joy knowing how much this award means to the Delta State community. I appreciate all of the support, it means the absolute world to me."

Patrick passed for 2,618 yards and 32 touchdowns with just two interceptions over his 300 pass attempts in 2023.

He also averaged 57.5 rushing yards per game with 12 touchdowns on the ground.

Patrick was joined at the ceremony by his parents Michelle and Patrick Shegog Sr., as well as Athletics Director Mike Kinnison, Athletics Development Officer Kel Lange, and Head Coach Todd Cooley and his wife Lisa.

"If I had a son of my own, I'd want him to be like Patrick Shegog," said Cooley "He's the best player I've ever coached."

"Patrick is an outstanding representative for our University," said Kinnison. "He gave us a season of accomplishments that will be long remembered. He is a great credit to our program and his family."