11.2.26 | Football
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. – The Southern Conference named Samford freshman safety Max Steve as its Defensive Player of the Week when the league released its weekly football honors Monday afternoon.
Â
This marks the second award Steve has earned for his play in Saturday's 10-9 win over Wofford. Earlier on Monday, he was named the National Freshman of the Week by Stats Perform.
Â
In Saturday's game, Steve turned in a tremendous performance. He led the Samford defense with a career-high 20 tackles, including eight solo stops. He also intercepted a pass that ended a scoring threat for Wofford early in the second quarter.
Â
For the season, Steve ranks second on the team in tackles with 65, including 33 solo stops. He also has 3.0 tackles for loss, 1.0 sack, a forced fumble and an interception on the year.
Â
Next up, Samford will play at ETSU on Saturday, Nov. 7. The game is set for a 12 p.m. (CT) start from Johnson City, Tenn.
Â
FOLLOW THE BULLDOGS:
For the latest news and information on Samford football, visit the official website for Samford Athletics at SamfordSports.com. Fans can also follow the Bulldogs on social media at /SamfordFootball (Facebook), @SamfordFootball (Instagram) and @SamfordFootball (Twitter).
Â
Â
This marks the second award Steve has earned for his play in Saturday's 10-9 win over Wofford. Earlier on Monday, he was named the National Freshman of the Week by Stats Perform.
Â
In Saturday's game, Steve turned in a tremendous performance. He led the Samford defense with a career-high 20 tackles, including eight solo stops. He also intercepted a pass that ended a scoring threat for Wofford early in the second quarter.
Â
For the season, Steve ranks second on the team in tackles with 65, including 33 solo stops. He also has 3.0 tackles for loss, 1.0 sack, a forced fumble and an interception on the year.
Â
Next up, Samford will play at ETSU on Saturday, Nov. 7. The game is set for a 12 p.m. (CT) start from Johnson City, Tenn.
Â
FOLLOW THE BULLDOGS:
For the latest news and information on Samford football, visit the official website for Samford Athletics at SamfordSports.com. Fans can also follow the Bulldogs on social media at /SamfordFootball (Facebook), @SamfordFootball (Instagram) and @SamfordFootball (Twitter).
Â
Players Mentioned
S
/ FootballSunday, November 01
Sunday, November 01
Thursday, October 29
Tuesday, October 27
