BIRMINGHAM, Ala. -- University of North Alabama senior linebacker Mike Johnson of Panama City, Fla., has been named Gulf South Conference Defensive Player of the Week for his efforts in UNA's 31-14 win over No. 22 Carson-Newman.

Johnson led UNA in the game with 14 total tackles including a game-high eight solo stops. He also posted 2.0 tackles for a loss of three yards, forced one fumble and grabbed one interception. He made his presence felt early, stepping in front of a Carson-Newman pass on the fourth play from scrimmage to setup UNA's first score.
 

In the fourth quarter, Johnson made a tackle on fourth-and-goal and also forced a fumble which UNA recovered on its own 27 yard line. It is Johnson's first GSC Player of the Week honor.