Philadelphia Eagles Jeremy Maclin Wins the StatSheet NFL Offensive Player of the Week: 10-19-2010

Filed under POTW on October 19th, 2010

Philadelphia Eagles wide receiver Jeremy Maclin was the NFL leader in receiving yardage, propelling him to the StatSheet NFL Offensive Player of the Week award. Maclin caught seven balls for 159 yards and two touchdowns in the 31-17 victory against the Falcons. For the season, he has racked up 416 yards receiving in addition to six touchdowns.

This is the first time this season that Maclin has won the award. Wide receiver Calvin Johnson of the Lions is the runner-up (5 rec, 146 rec yds, 1 TD). Honorable mention goes to tight end Benjamin Watson from the Browns (6 rec, 88 rec yds, 1 TD).

Last Three Winners: Matt Forte (CHI), Arian Foster (HOU), Adrian Peterson (MIN)

StatSheet NFL Defensive Player of the Week: Lawrence Timmons, Pittsburgh Steelers

Pittsburgh Steelers linebacker Lawrence Timmons had a spectacular game as he set a personal season high for sacks in a game and earns the StatSheet NFL Defensive Player of the Week award. Timmons recorded nine solo tackles, two sacks, and one interception during the 28-10 win over the Browns. For the year, he has 57 tackles, three sacks, and one interception.

This is the first time Timmons has earned the award this season. The runner-up is linebacker James Harrison of the Steelers (11 tkls, 9 solo, 2 sacks, 1 FF). Dolphins linebacker Cameron Wake receives honorable mention (3 tkls, 3 solo, 3 sacks). Finishing in 16th is linebacker Larry Grant from the Rams (5 tkls, 4 solo, 2 sacks).

Last Three Winners: LaRon Landry (WAS), Shaun Phillips (SD), DeMarcus Ware (DAL)

StatSheet NFL Offensive Rookie of the Week: Chris Ivory, New Orleans Saints

New Orleans Saints running back Chris Ivory had a memorable game and was the leader in rushing yards in the NFL. Ivory ran for 158 yards on 15 attempts in the 31-6 blowout victory over the Buccaneers. So far this season, he has rushed for 277 yards.

This is the first time Ivory has received the StatSheet NFL Offensive Rookie of the Week award this season. Redskins running back Ryan Torain is the runner-up (20 car, 100 rush yds, 2 TD). Honorable mention goes to Rams wide receiver Danario Alexander (4 rec, 72 rec yds, 1 TD).

Last Three Winners: Anthony Armstrong (WAS), Ryan Mathews (SD), Aaron Hernandez (NE)

StatSheet NFL Defensive Rookie of the Week: Perrish Cox, Denver Broncos

Denver Broncos cornerback Perrish Cox was a force all over the field this past week. Cox racked up seven solo tackles and one forced fumble during the 24-20 loss to the Jets. For the year, he has 21 tackles and one interception.

Cox wins his first StatSheet NFL Defensive Rookie of the Week award this season. The runner-up is Buccaneers safety Cody Grimm (4 tkls, 3 solo, 1 int, 1 FF). Defensive end Jermaine Cunningham of the Patriots receives honorable mention (6 tkls, 4 solo, 1 sack, 1 FF).

Last Three Winners: Cody Grimm (TB), Troy Nolan (HOU), Earl Thomas (SEA)