Southeast Missouri State's' Ford receives OVC football honor after 2 INTs

Southeast Missouri State cornerback Michael Ford was named co-defensive player of the week by the Ohio Valley Conference on Sunday.

Ford, a sophomore, recorded eight tackles and had two interceptions in the Redhawks' 27-24 win against regional rival Southern Illinois on Saturday.

He picked off SIU quarterback Mark Iannotti and returned it 21 yards for a touchdown with 8 minutes, 56 seconds remaining in the first quarter.

His second interception came at the Southeast 24 with 1:09 remaining in the third quarter with the score tied 24-24.

Southeast's defense forced seven turnovers as the Redhawks claimed their first win over SIU since 2010.

Ford shared the honor with Jacksonville State linebacker Dawson Wells, who had seven tackles and an interception in the Gamecocks' 27-20 overtime loss to No. 6 Auburn on Saturday.

JSU wide receiver Josh Barge was named offensive player of the week, and linebacker Joel McCandless was named newcomer of the week. UT Martin kicker Jackson Redditt was selected specialist of the week.