Middle Tennessee State University Athletics
Thomas named C-USA Defensive Player of the Week
11/28/2022 12:01:00 PM | Football
MURFREESBORO – Middle Tennessee redshirt freshman Jakobe Thomas was named the Conference USA Defensive Player of the Week on Monday after helping lead the Blue Raiders to a 33-28 win over FIU. It was the first honor of Thomas' young career. The C-USA honor is presented by Blenders Eyewear.
Thomas, from nearby Tullahoma, Tenn., had five tackles against the Panthers to go along with two timely interceptions. With just under three minutes to play and FIU facing a 3rd and 5, Thomas stepped in front of a pass and went untouched 28 yards into the endzone to give the Blue Raiders the lead for good.
On the next drive and the Panthers driving deep in MTSU territory, Thomas came up with his second pick to completely seal the victory.
Overall, this was the 88th conference player of the week winner under Head Coach Rick Stockstill with 39 coming in Conference USA and 49 from the Sun Belt. A total of 27 have been on offense, 38 on defense and 23 on special teams.
Thomas, from nearby Tullahoma, Tenn., had five tackles against the Panthers to go along with two timely interceptions. With just under three minutes to play and FIU facing a 3rd and 5, Thomas stepped in front of a pass and went untouched 28 yards into the endzone to give the Blue Raiders the lead for good.
On the next drive and the Panthers driving deep in MTSU territory, Thomas came up with his second pick to completely seal the victory.
Overall, this was the 88th conference player of the week winner under Head Coach Rick Stockstill with 39 coming in Conference USA and 49 from the Sun Belt. A total of 27 have been on offense, 38 on defense and 23 on special teams.
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