Blind USC long snapper Olson named Pac-12 special teams player of the week

USC's Jake Olson received a special honor Tuesday, as the Pac-12 conference officially named him the special team's player of the week.

Olson, who lost his eyesight at the age of 12, was subbed into Saturday's game against Western Michigan for an extra-point conversion, executing a perfect snap in his first ever appearance in a college football game.

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Olson later thanked all of his supporters and called the experience a "lifelong dream." The Trojans also recognized Olson's latest accolade, giving him a shout-out on their official Twitter page.