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LSJ columnist Graham Couch and Freep beat writer Chris Solari analyze Mark Dantonio’s press conference. Graham Couch and Chris Solari, Lansing State Journal

EAST LANSING — When opponents begin their game planning for Michigan State football’s dominant defense, they likely start with No. 48.

Senior defensive end and team captain Kenny Willekes has earned that attention, being named the Walter Camp Foundation national defensive player of the week after his seven tackles, 2.5 for loss, two fumble recoveries and one touchdown in MSU’s season-opening 28-7 win over Tulsa.