Read below for standout performances from last week’s slate of games and the featured matchup during Week 13 in this edition of NFL Hokies, presented by Coca-Cola.
Notable Week 12 Performances
G Wyatt Teller
Pro Football Focus (PFF) highlights Wyatt Teller’s ongoing dominance on the field, as evidenced by an improved 85.7 run-blocking grade and a solid 78.9 offensive grade in Cleveland’s game against Denver. Notably, Teller has sustained the second-best pass-blocking grade of his career, showcasing his all-around excellence in both run and pass protection.
LB Tremaine Edmunds
Contributing to Chicago’s defensive success, linebacker Tremaine Edmunds recorded seven total tackles against Minnesota—five solo tackles and two assisted. Edmunds further made a significant impact by forcing a fumble and a tackle for loss.
T Yosh Nijman
The Green Bay Packers secured a victory against the Detroit Lions, who currently lead the NFC North standings. Tackle Yosh Nijman delivered his second-best performance in the 2023 season, earning solid PFF grades: 70.0 overall offense, 70.2 in pass blocking, and 68.1 in run blocking.
S Chamarri Conner
Safety Chamarri Conner showcased his skills in the Kansas City victory over Las Vegas, notching three solo tackles. Conner continues to look for opportunities to display his potential as a key defensive asset for the Chiefs moving forward.
RB Khalil Herbert
Running back Khalil Herbert demonstrated his versatility in Chicago’s victory against Minnesota, amassing 24 rushing yards on six carries. Herbert further contributed to the passing game, catching both of his targets for a total of 14 yards.
Week 13 Matchup
Kansas City Chiefs at Green Bay Packers Sunday, Dec. 3 at 8:20 p.m. ET – NBC
In the highlighted NFL Hokies matchup of the week, Kansas City Chiefs rookie Chamarri Conner is set to face a formidable duo of former Hokie offensive linemen, Yosh Nijman and Luke Tenuta, in Green Bay. While the Chiefs currently lead the AFC West conference, the Packers demonstrated their prowess in a victory over Detroit, the leaders of the NFC North conference. This showdown promises to be a closely contested game, providing the perfect opportunity to watch standout players from Blacksburg this Sunday.
