Defensive Player of the Year: JOSH BLACK, SICKLES 2014 DL

Josh Black posted “James Wilder Jr” type numbers this year and was the most disruptive force on the field each game he played in. It did not matter where Black lined up; his presence was felt at all times. He played outside linebacker, inside linebacker and defensive end. But, he shined at defensive tackle where he played right over the ball and had a better chance to make a play no matter which way the offense went with the ball.

Black totaled double digit tackles in four of the 13 games this year. He had multiple tackles for loss in 8 games this year. For the season, Black totaled 103 tackles, 26 tackles for loss, 20 sacks and 3 caused fumbles. He created opportunities for the offense to take over on downs and helped change the field position by sacking the passer or tackling the ball carrier behind the line of scrimmage.

2014 Sickles ATH, Josh Black says “It will come down to Toledo, USF and Marshall.” He is likely to make a commitment after he takes his official visits.