Last Week’s Stats: 9 tackles (4 solo), 1.0 tackle-for-loss (2 yards), 1 forced fumble
Lopinto became the second Colonial this season to take home NEC/Atlantic Tomorrow’s Office Defensive Player of the Week distinction, joining fellow linebacker Khalil Hunter, who earned the honor after a season-opening win over Wagner. Lopinto put up solid numbers against FBS opponent Akron, registering a career-high nine tackles, including four solo stops. In addition, the Columbus, OH native and Florida A&M transfer, who added 1.0 tackles-for-loss, forced a fumble that was recovered by the Colonials on the Zips’ opening drive. Among fellow Robert Morris defenders, Lopinto is second with 21 tackles. He ranks eighth in the NEC in the category.