Topeka’s J.C. Heim earns MIAA Defensive Player of the Week

TOPEKA, Kan. (WIBW) - Washburn linebacker and Topeka native J.C. Heim earned MIAA Defensive Player of the Week honors for the third time this season.

Against Emporia State, Heim notched 11 tackles, three tackles for loss and a sack in the 20-19 victory over the Hornets.

The Ichabods wrap up the regular season on Saturday against Missouri Southern for Senior Day. Kickoff is set for noon.