Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Ben Roethlisberger had an outstanding game, propelling him to the StatSheet NFL Offensive Player of the Week award. Roethlisberger connected on 18 of 29 passes for 275 yards, three touchdowns and no interceptions. He also pitched in 55 yards and one touchdown on the ground in the 35-3 blowout victory over the Raiders. For the season, he has passed for 1,579 yards with a 62.6% completion percentage, 12 touchdowns and four interceptions.
This is the first time this season that Roethlisberger has won the award. Running back Maurice Jones-Drew of the Jaguars is the runner-up (133 rush yds, 87 rec yds, 1 TD). Honorable mention goes to wide receiver Greg Jennings from the Packers (7 rec, 152 rec yds, 3 TD). Wide receiver Steve Johnson was the highest ranking player from the Bills, who finished fourth (8 rec, 137 rec yds, 3 TD).
Last Three Winners: Michael Vick (PHI), Peyton Hillis (CLE), Jamaal Charles (KC)
StatSheet NFL Defensive Player of the Week: Justin Tuck, New York Giants
New York Giants defensive end Justin Tuck had a spectacular game, clearing the path for his StatSheet NFL Defensive Player of the Week win. Tuck had six solo tackles, three sacks, and two forced fumbles during the 27-17 loss to the Eagles. In total for the season, he has 51 tackles and seven sacks.
This is the first time Tuck has earned the award this season. The runner-up is linebacker James Harrison of the Steelers (5 tkls, 5 solo, 2 sacks, 1 int, 1 FF). Ravens linebacker Ray Lewis receives honorable mention (10 tkls, 8 solo, 1 int). Finishing in 11th is cornerback Drayton Florence from the Bills (3 tkls, 3 solo, 1 int).
Last Three Winners: Mario Haggan (DEN), Clay Matthews (GB), Aqib Talib (TB)
StatSheet NFL Offensive Rookie of the Week: David Gettis, Carolina Panthers
Carolina Panthers wide receiver David Gettis put forth an outstanding effort in his last game. Gettis finished the game with two receptions for 92 yards and one touchdown in the 37-13 lopsided loss to the Ravens. On the year, he has gained 400 yards receiving to go along with three touchdowns.
Gettis receives the StatSheet NFL Offensive Rookie of the Week award for the second time this season. Colts wide receiver Blair White is the runner-up (5 rec, 42 rec yds, 2 TD). Honorable mention goes to Saints running back Chris Ivory (23 car, 99 rush yds, 1 TD). Wide receiver Donald Jones, who finished fourth, was the highest ranking player from the Bills (5 rec, 70 rec yds, 1 TD).
Last Three Winners: Keiland Williams (DET), Seyi Ajirotutu (CAR), LeGarrette Blount (TB)
StatSheet NFL Defensive Rookie of the Week: Earl Thomas, Seattle Seahawks
Seattle Seahawks safety Earl Thomas was a menace everywhere he went in his last outing. Thomas put up six solo tackles and one interception during the 34-19 loss to the Saints. For the year, he has 52 tackles and five interceptions.
Thomas wins his second StatSheet NFL Defensive Rookie of the Week award this season. The runner-up is Seahawks cornerback Walter Thurmond (9 tkls, 9 solo). Linebacker Pat Angerer of the Colts receives honorable mention (12 tkls, 9 solo).
Last Three Winners: Bryan McCann (DAL), Kareem Jackson (HOU), Devin McCourty (NE)
| Passing Yards |
|---|
| Value |
Name |
Team |
| 396 | Peyton Manning | IND | | 382 | Drew Brees | NO | | 376 | Donovan McNabb | WAS | | 366 | Matt Hasselbeck | SEA | | 316 | Ryan Fitzpatrick | BUF |
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| Rushing Yards |
|---|
| Value |
Name |
Team |
| 133 | Maurice Jones-Drew | JAC | | 131 | Michael Turner | ATL | | 130 | Chris Johnson | TEN | | 124 | Cedric Benson | CIN | | 120 | Mike Goodson | CAR |
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| Receiving Yards |
| Value |
Name |
Team |
| 152 | Greg Jennings | GB | | 137 | Steve Johnson | BUF | | 126 | Santonio Holmes | NYJ | | 120 | Jeremy Maclin | PHI | | 117 | Nate Washington | TEN |
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| Tackles |
|---|
| Value |
Name |
Team |
| 15 | Jerod Mayo | NE | | 13 | Patrick Willis | SF | | 12 | Pat Angerer | IND | | 12 | Scott Shanle | NO | | 12 | Takeo Spikes | SF |
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| Sacks |
|---|
| Value |
Name |
Team |
| 3 | Julius Peppers | CHI | | 3 | Justin Tuck | NYG | | 2 | Patrick Willis | SF | | 2 | Shaun Phillips | SD | | 2 | Ray Edwards | MIN |
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| Total points |
|---|
| Value |
Name |
Team |
| 18 | Greg Jennings | GB | | 18 | Steve Johnson | BUF | | 14 | Matt Bryant | ATL | | 13 | Olindo Mare | SEA | | 13 | Billy Cundiff | BAL |
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