MIAC FOOTBALL ATHLETES OF THE WEEK

MINNEAPOLIS -- Augsburg College defensive back Tyler Phillips (JR, Lino Lakes, Minn./Centennial HS) was named Minnesota Intercollegiate Athletic Conference Football Defensive Athlete of the Week, it was announced on Monday.

Phillips claimed six tackles and two key interceptions in Augsburg's 17-14 win over Gustavus on Saturday, breaking a five-game losing streak. His first interception, at the Augsburg 15-yard line, stopped Gustavus' game-opening 13-play, 42-yard drive. His second interception came on a pass to the end zone in the fourth quarter, preserving the Auggies' 17-14 lead.

Phillips currently stands third on the team in total tackles (56), with four passes defensed (two interceptions, two breakups) this year.

Now 4-5 overall and 2-5 in MIAC play, Augsburg closes the 2010 season this Saturday (11/13) at 1 p.m., with a conference game at Bethel in Arden Hills, Minn.