Capital junior linebacker Derek Eibon (Amherst/Amherst Steele) led the Crusader defense in their 34-16 win over Muskingum. Eibon finished the day with a career-high 19 tackles and two pass breakups. He recovered a fumble on the Muskies' first possession, which led to a Capital touchdown. 

Other nominees: Mason McKenrick, JCU...Austin Crow, HEID