OKLAHOMA, CITY — SMU safety Ahmaad Moses has been named the Paycom Jim Thorpe Award National Defensive Back of the Week after a standout game that powered the Mustangs to victory.
Moses recorded 15 tackles, two for loss, and two interceptions, including an overtime pick that set up the winning score. The performance also earned him Walter Camp National Defensive Player of the Week and ACC Defensive Back of the Week honors.
The Texas native now leads the ACC in interceptions per game and is tied for the national lead with five. His play has anchored an SMU defense ranked among the nation’s best in takeaways and red-zone stops.
