Keith Grabowski and Logan Hanson review standout performances and coaching achievements from the fourth week of the Division III football season. They feature Head Coach of Bethel University Mike McElroy, Offensive Coordinator of UW-Platteville Brent Allen, and Defensive Coordinator of University of Rochester Chris Sapp.
Head Coach/Coaching Staff of the Week
Mike McElroy | Bethel | 43-0 vs. Gustavus Adolphus
- Rematch of 2023 MIAC title game
- Only allowed 5 first downs
- Allowed -24 rushing yards (9 sacks for 58 yards) and <100 yards passing
- Intercepted the Gusties 3 times
- Dominated TOP 35:00 to 25:00
- 399 yards on 85 plays – 5 of 6 on 4th downs
Offensive Coordinator of the Week
Brent Allen | UW-Platteville | 30-23 vs. UW-La Crosse
- Scored 30 points against Hansen Ratings top-rated defense in the country
- Won game on double-pass in OT, overcame 14 point deficit in 4th quarter (two 40+ yard TDs)
- 7.1 yards per play (UWL allowed 4.2, 6.5, & 5.4 previous 3 games, two against DII teams)
- Over 350 yards passing
- No sacks allowed on 44 dropbacks
Defensive Coordinator of the Week
Chris Sapp | Rochester | 14-7 vs. RPI
- Allowed 22 yards on less than 1 yard per rush
- Forced three turnovers, 5 sacks, 8 TFLs. and 4 PBU
- Held RPI well below season average passing
- Created 14 havoc plays on only 58 offensive snaps (24%)
- Sealed game with INT deep in their own territory w/ under 2:00 left
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Hansen Ratings is a data-driven system that uses advanced mathematical formulas to evaluate and rank Division III football players and teams. The system considers various metrics, including Total Adjusted Yards per Play (TAYP) and Yards Above Replacement Player per Game (YARP/G), providing a comprehensive look at player efficiency and team performance. Hansen Ratings also recognizes coaches of the year based on overall success, improvement, and surpassing preseason expectations.
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