Week 8 Stats: 11 tackles (5 solo), 2 interceptions, 2 pass breakups
Lopinto was a defensive disrupter in Robert Morris’ 28-14 home win over Mercyhurst, a victory that pushed the Colonials’ NEC record to 2-1. The sophomore linebacker was all over the field, snagging two interceptions to become the first NEC player this season to record multiple picks against an FCS opponent. The Buckeye State native delivered even more to that ball-hawking performance, racking up 11 tackles, including five solo stops, while breaking up two passes. Lopinto has made life miserable for opposing offenses all season. Posting double digits in tackles for the second time this season, he currently ranks second on the circuit in the category behind teammate Amanuel Dickson with 9.1 stops per game. This is his second NEC/Atlantic Tomorrow’s Office Defensive Player of the Week award this season.