Diego Diaz, a freshman defensive lineman from Pelican Rapids, has been named the Minnesota College Athletic Conference (MCAC) Southern Division Player of the Week. For the Homecoming game played last Saturday, Diaz had 6 unassisted tackles, two quarterback sacks, and two more tackles that resulted in lost yardage

M State Spartan football player Tanner Gramm has been named the Minnesota College Athletic Conference (MCAC) Southern Division Defensive Player of the Week. Gramm is a sophomore from Hancock, Minn., and plays an inside linebacker position for the Spartans.

Gramm received the honor for his efforts in the Spartans' win this past Saturday over Fond du Lac. The Spartans won the game 36-21, with Gramm playing a big role in the victory.

For the day he had seven solo tackles, five assisted tackles, one tackle for a loss, one quarterback sack and forced a fumble. He also intercepted two passes, returning the first 50 yards to the opponent's 18 yard line. He returned the next interception 50 yards for a touchdown.

Gramm was also selected as a captain for the 2009 Spartan football squad.