The rush defense, allowed just 93.3 rushing yards per game, but was not helped by a pass defense that let 243.3 passing yards get by per game with 17 passing touchdowns being scored on the defense. He was named First-team All-Big East at the end of the season, along with Wicks and McLee.
A defensive strategy that restricted opponents to 93.3 rushing yards per game was offset by a pass defense that allowed 243.3 passing yards per game, resulting in 17 touchdown passes scored against the defense. He earned First-team All-Big East recognition at season's end, along with Wicks and McLee.