STARKVILLE — Mississippi State defensive end Preston Smith’s reign of dominance among Southeastern Conference defensive linemen continues.
On Monday, Smith, a 6-foot-6, 267 pound senior defensive end, was named the league’s Defensive Lineman of the Week for the third-straight week after another dominant performance in a 35-3 victory against South Alabama. It is the first time a player has earned the league honor for three straight weeks.
In Mobile, Alabama, Smith delivered two quarterback sacks, a blocked field goal, and a forced fumble.
For the season, the Stone Mountain, Georgia, native has two sacks, two interceptions, two blocked field goal, a forced fumble, and a defensive touchdown. He is the first player in school history to win the award three straight weeks in school history.
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