Nix, Rinehart named MAC East Players of the Week

[stevehare Rivals]

For their efforts in Kent State's 28-17 win over Akron, freshman defensive lineman Roosevelt Nix and junior punter Matt Rinehart have been named MAC East players of the week.

Defensive Player of the Week: Kent State DL Roosevelt Nix

Freshman defensive lineman Roosevelt Nix (Reynoldsburg, Ohio) continued his dominating play along the defensive line, recording five tackles, 3.5 sacks, 3.5 tackles for loss, a forced fumble and a pair of hurries in a 28-17 win over Akron. With the Flashes holding on to a slim four-point lead with just under four minutes remaining in the game, Nix sacked Zips QB Patrick Nicely and forced a fumble that Kent State fell on in the end zone for a touchdown. Meanwhile, his 3.5 sacks tied for the third-most in school history. His 6.5 sacks and 10.0 TFL on the year both rank in the top 10 in the nation.

Special Teams Player of the Week: Kent State P Matt Rinehart

Junior punter Matt Rinehart (Dover, Ohio) had a solid day averaging 41.2 yards on nine punts in a 28-17 win over Akron. More importantly, six of the nine kicks were downed inside the 20 yard line, including a season-long 64-yard blast that went out of bounds at the two yard line. Three plays later, the defense picked off a pass and went 12 yards into the end zone for Kent State's opening touchdown.
This post was edited on 10/11 10:59 AM by stevehare Rivals

 

[Polish-Hammer]

Awesome for these fine young kids. Nix seems to be playing great despite giving up alot of size on the line. And Rinehart, what can I say? The kid is just super! Nobody likes to brag about their punting game because you'd rather never see them on the field, but this kid has been unbelievable. He has solidified a position like no other, and his kicks get us a big boost in field position.