Kalamazoo College's Nolan Jannenga was named MIAA Defensive Player of the Week on Monday, Sept. 23.

A sophomore defensive lineman from Lowell, Mich. (Lowell), Jannenga was recognized for his efforts in Kalamazoo's 55-0 win at Manchester University on Saturday.

Jannenga led the Hornets with seven tackles and 1.5 sacks totaling 14 yards. He also recovered a fumble at Manchester's 3-yard line, setting up a Hornet touchdown two plays later.

The shutout was the first by Kalamazoo's defense since a 44-0 win at Finlandia in 2019.

On the season, Jannenga has 15 total tackles, three sacks, one forced fumble and one fumble recovery.

Kalamazoo (3-0) returns home to face Calvin University on Saturday, Sept. 28, at 6:30 p.m.