MONTGOMERY, Ala. — Alabama State University sophomore linebacker Daerius Washington, Fort Lauderdale, Fla., has been named the Southwestern Athletic Conference (SWAC) and College Sports Madness SWAC Defensive Player of the Week.
Washington had five total tackles (2 solo, 6 assists) in the win over Grambling State. His big play of the game was his interception and return of 19 yards for a score with two minutes remaining in the first half to send ASU into the locker room with a 28-7 lead. Washington also added a half tackle for a loss as the Hornets’ defense held Grambling State to only 12 yards rushing in the game.
WASHINGTON RECEIVES ANOTHER HONOR
Alabama State University sophomore linebacker Daerius Washington was the top vote getter in the Heritage Sports Radio Network’s (HSRN) Fan Poll in week four of the 2013 season.
With his vote total, Washington was named the Defensive Player of the Week. He had eight tackles in ASU’s 52-21 win over Grambling State last week. His standout play was his interception and 19 yard return for a score with two minutes left in the first half.
His score sent ASU into the locker room with a 28-7 lead. He also sparked a Hornet defense that held Grambling to only 12 yards rushing for the game.
