Southeast Missouri defensive back Lawrence Johnson was named Ohio Valley Conference Defensive Player of the Week, the league announced Sunday. Johnson, who hails from St. Louis, turned in 10 tackles, a half sack, one interception, two quarterback hurries and a pass breakup in Southeast Missouri Football's 34-20 win over Tennessee Tech. Johnson led a SEMO defense that forced a season-high three turnovers (all interceptions) and allowed only seven points in the final two quarters of the game. He ranks seventh in the OVC in tackles with 7.7 per game.
