Robenson Therezie's strong defensive performance against Washington State on Saturday earned him SEC defensive Player of the Week honors.
Justin Garrett was expected to start for the Tigers at the "Star" position, but because of an injury Therezie made his first career start, and took advantage of the opportunity.
Therezie finished the night with two interceptions, a pass break up and seven tackles. His second interception helped seal the win for the Tigers in the fourth quarter.
"I had to make a big play there," Therezie said. "We knew as a defense they were going for the end zone, and we communicated the right read and I made the play."
He is the first Auburn player to be named SEC defensive Player of the Week since Corey Lemonier after his performance against Florida in 2011.
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