Appalachian State senior linebacker Eric Boggs had a game for the ages against the University of Massachusetts (UMass) last Saturday and he has been awarded for his performance.
Boggs has named the Sun Belt Conference’s Defensive Player of the Week.
Boggs tied his career high of 15 tackles, recorded one interception, posted one sack, forced one fumble and broke up two passes. His forced fumble set up Appalachian State’s first touchdown, and his 36-yard interception return led to the Mountaineers’ second touchdown.
The 6-3, 236-pounds Boggs is one of only two active Football Bowl Subdivision (FBS) players with at least 300 career tackles, 10 sacks and seven interceptions.