AMERICAN ATHLETIC CONFERENCE DEFENSIVE PLAYER OF THE WEEK
Deatrick Nichols • So. • CB • USF • Miami, Fla.
Nichols had eight tackles to go with a pass breakup and two interceptions to lead USF to a 65-27 win against Cincinnati, keeping the Bulls alive in The American’s East Division race. Nichols scored a touchdown on a 29-yard interception return in the second quarter to give the Bulls a 34-0 lead, leading a defense that forced six turnovers on the day. Nichols has team highs with four interceptions and eight passes defended this season.
Deatrick Nichols • So. • CB • USF • Miami, Fla.
Nichols had eight tackles to go with a pass breakup and two interceptions to lead USF to a 65-27 win against Cincinnati, keeping the Bulls alive in The American’s East Division race. Nichols scored a touchdown on a 29-yard interception return in the second quarter to give the Bulls a 34-0 lead, leading a defense that forced six turnovers on the day. Nichols has team highs with four interceptions and eight passes defended this season.
