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8 B1G stars land on PFF’s Team of the Week following Week 6

Cole Thompson

By Cole Thompson

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Rutgers defensive end Aaron Lewis was named Pro Football Focus’ Defensive Player of the Week for his efforts in a 14-13 loss to Nebraska on Friday evening. Lewis was 1 of 8 B1G players listed as members of PFF’s Team of the Week following Week 6

Here are the players from the conference listed below:

  • QB CJ Stroud, Ohio State
  • WR Marvin Harrison Jr., Ohio State
  • WR Chimere Dike, Wisconsin
  • LT Ryan Hayes, Michigan
  • RT Hollin Pierce, Rutgers
  • Edge Aaron Lewis, Rutgers * Defensive Player of the Week
  • LB Tommy Eichenberg, Ohio State
  • S Kamo’i Latu, Wisconsin

Lewis shined for the Scarlet Knights’ defensive line against the Cornhuskers’ offensive line. He registered 10 pressures from 38 pass-rushing opportunities and was proactive in terms of defending the run. Rutgers allowed Nebraksa to total just 72 yards rushing yards, 47 of which came from leading rusher Anthony Grant.

Stroud continued to boost his Heisman-worthy numbers in a 49-20 victory over Michigan State. The junior went 21-of-26 passing for 361 yards and 6 touchdowns. Currently, Stroud leads the FBS in passing touchdowns with 24.

Dike excelled in the Badgers’ win over Northwestern at Ryan Field. Working with quarterback Graham Mertz, the Badgers’ receiver totaled 10 catches for 185 yards and 3 touchdowns. Latu also looked sharp on defense, recording 3 tackles and a pair of interceptions in coverage.

Cole Thompson

Cole Thompson is a freelance writer for Saturday Tradition who has covered college football and the NFL for multiple websites. Thompson is currently based in Houston, Texas, and also can be heard daily on SportsMap National Radio's 'Just Sayin It' from 3am-6am.