Arkansas linebacker Drew Sanders reacts after making a tackle during a game against South Carolina on Saturday, Sept. 10, 2022, in Fayetteville.
FAYETTEVILLE — Arkansas linebacker Drew Sanders was named national defensive player of the week by the Walter Camp Football Foundation on Sunday.
Sanders recorded 11 tackles, 2 sacks and forced 2 fumbles during the Razorbacks’ 44-30 victory over South Carolina on Saturday. Eight of Sanders’ tackles were solo stops. He finished with 3 tackles for loss, 1 pass breakup and 1 quarterback hurry.
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Through two games since transferring from Alabama, Sanders has 16 tackles and leads the Razorbacks with three sacks.