Free Press sports writers discuss Michigan's 20-17 win over Northwestern, and wonder why Wolverines can't start well on the road, Sept. 29, 2018. Nick Baumgardner, Freep
Chase Winovich was recognized Monday as the Big Ten's co-defensive player of the week.
And through five games, his recognition as Michigan football's best defensive football player in 2018 is hard to ignore.
The fifth-year senior from Jefferson Hills, Pa., leads the Big Ten and is tied for the national lead with 10½ tackles for loss this season. He leads the Wolverines with three sacks.