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Robert Nkemdiche named SEC Defensive Player of the Week

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Dec 31, 2014; Atlanta , GA, USA; Mississippi Rebels defensive tackle Robert Nkemdiche (5) reacts to a teammate's injury during the second quarter against the TCU Horned Frogs in the 2014 Peach Bowl at the Georgia Dome. The Horned Frogs won 42-3. Mandatory Credit: Jason Getz-USA TODAY Sports

Lost in the shuffle of all the explosive plays in Ole Miss' big win against Alabama, the play of the Rebel defense, and the line in particular, was spectacular in keeping Derek Henry in check for much of the game.

For his disruptive efforts, Nkemdiche was honored Monday as the SEC's Defensive Player of the Week:

If Nkemdiche can keep up his current level of play, expect Ole Miss to once again finish with the No. 1 scoring defense in the league for the second consecutive season.