Covington returned three kickoffs for 133 yards against UW-Oshkosh, including an 86-yard touchdown return in the first quarter that put UW-Whitewater in front to stay. The kickoff return for a touchdown was UW-Whitewater's first since Neil Mrkvicka returned a kick 94 yards against University of Mary Hardin-Baylor (Texas) Oct. 28, 2006. Covington, a defensive starter, also made two solo tackles against the Titans.
Also nominated:
UW-La Crosse, Justin Huinker, Freshman, Kicker, Reedsburg, Wis.
UW-Oshkosh, Nate Heard, Senior, Cornerback, Milwaukee, Wis. (Lutheran)
UW-River Falls, Dustin Samplawski, Junior, Punter, Stanley, Wis. (Stanley-Boyd)
UW-Stevens Point, Ethan Firgens, Junior, Defensive Back, Suring, Wis.
UW-Stout, Michael Blizel, Freshman, Punter, Sturgeon Bay, Wis. (Southern Door)