Florida Tech linebacker Chris Stapleton
Stapleton is FIT's second consecutive Defensive winner, spearheading the Panthers' defense in a 34-33 near upset at No. 14 DI-FCS Bethune-Cookman. The sophomore racked up five total tackles led by three solo stops. The Navarre, Fla. native made his biggest impact in BCU's backfield, racking up a game-high two solo sacks for 12 yards.