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Ostman named MAC West Defensive Player of the Week

Junior defensive lineman Joe Ostman, middle, stands with his teammates before the game against UNLV on Saturday, Sept. 17, at Kelly / Shorts Stadium.

Senior defensive end Joe Ostman has been named the Mid-American Conference West Division's Defensive Player of the Week following his performance in Central Michigan football's 27-20 victory against Ohio.

The St. Ignace native led the Chippewas' defense with two sacks and compiled eight tackles, three of which were for a loss.

Ostman's second sack came during Ohio's final drive of the game, tackling the Bobcat's quarterback for a loss of eight yards on third down.