Playing an integral role in dominating Louisiana Tech’s ground attack, sophomore linebacker Eli Neal was named Conference USA Defensive Player of the Week, the conference announced Monday.
It is the third time this season that a Marshall player has earned the honor. Fellow linebacker Tavante Beckett has won the award the other two times, but this time it was Neal, who keeps the award within the Marshall linebacking core.
Neal recorded seven total tackles (three solo) with one tackle for loss and his first career interception. Neal exhibited his ability to read the defense, fly downhill and stuff running plays.