Brian Rolle is Runner-up for the StatSheet NFL Defensive Rookie of the Week: 11-08-2011

Filed under POTW on November 8th, 2011

San Diego Chargers wide receiver Vincent Jackson was named the StatSheet NFL Offensive Player of the Week after leading the NFL in receiving yards. Jackson racked up 141 yards and three touchdowns on seven receptions in the 45-38 defeat versus the Packers. For the season, he has racked up 613 yards receiving and six touchdowns.

This is the first time this season that Jackson has won the award. Tight end Rob Gronkowski of the Patriots is the runner-up (8 rec, 101 rec yds, 1 TD). Honorable mention goes to wide receiver Julio Jones from the Falcons (33 rush yds, 131 rec yds, 2 TD). Running back LeSean McCoy, who finished 20th, was the highest ranking player from the Eagles (71 rush yds, 46 rec yds, 1 TD).

Last Three Winners: LeSean McCoy (PHI), Arian Foster (HOU), Michael Turner (ATL)

StatSheet NFL Defensive Player of the Week: James Harrison, Pittsburgh Steelers

Pittsburgh Steelers linebacker James Harrison had a spectacular game as he set a personal season high for sacks in a game which paved the way for his StatSheet NFL Defensive Player of the Week win. Harrison had eight solo tackles, three sacks, and one forced fumble during the tight 23-20 loss to the Ravens. In total for the season, he has 31 tackles and five sacks.

This is the first time Harrison has earned the award this season. The runner-up is safety Charlie Peprah of the Packers (5.0 tkls, 3.0 solo, 2.0 int). Dolphins linebacker Kevin Burnett receives honorable mention (12.0 tkls, 10.0 solo, 1.5 sacks). Finishing in sixth is linebacker Brian Rolle from the Eagles (6.0 tkls, 5.0 solo, 1.0 FF).

Last Three Winners: DeMarcus Ware (DAL), Brandon Flowers (KC), Darrelle Revis (NYJ)

StatSheet NFL Offensive Rookie of the Week: Julio Jones, Atlanta Falcons

Atlanta Falcons wide receiver Julio Jones was on top of his game, leading the NFC in receiving yards. Jones finished the game with three receptions for 131 yards, 33 yards rushing and two touchdowns in the 31-7 blowout victory over the Colts. So far this season, he has 489 yards receiving and two touchdowns.

This is the first time Jones has received the StatSheet NFL Offensive Rookie of the Week award this season. Cowboys running back DeMarco Murray is the runner-up (139 rush yds, 47 rec yds). Honorable mention goes to Redskins running back Roy Helu (41 rush yds, 105 rec yds).

Last Three Winners: Victor Cruz (NYG), DeMarco Murray (DAL), Jake Ballard (NYG)

StatSheet NFL Defensive Rookie of the Week: Chris Harris, Denver Broncos

Denver Broncos cornerback Chris Harris was all over the field, recording a personal season high for tackles in a game. Harris racked up nine solo tackles and one interception during the 38-24 win over the Raiders. For the year, he has 24 tackles and one interception.

Harris wins his first StatSheet NFL Defensive Rookie of the Week award this season. The runner-up is Eagles linebacker Brian Rolle (6.0 tkls, 5.0 solo, 1.0 FF). Linebacker Brooks Reed of the Texans receives honorable mention (5.0 tkls, 4.0 solo, 2.0 sacks).

Last Three Winners: Sam Acho (ARI), Donald Butler (SD), Aldon Smith (SF)