Toledo defensive lineman Desjuan Johnson was named MAC West defensive player of the week after recording six tackles, including two tackles for loss and one sack in UT’s 34-15 win over Western Michigan Saturday.
The junior also forced a fumble that was returned 35 yards for a touchdown by safety Zachary Ford.
Johnson has 43 tackles, including a team-high nine for loss (23rd-most in the nation), 2 1/2 sacks, two forced fumbles, and one fumble recovery.
Toledo (4-4, 2-2) hosts Eastern Michigan (5-3, 2-2) at 7:30 p.m. on Nov. 2 at the Glass Bowl. The game will be televised on ESPN2.