Petersen totaled seven tackles against UW-Platteville in a 45-24 victory. His highlight was his ability to force turnovers as he was responsible for three Pioneer turnovers. Petersen forced a fumble and then recovered the fumble and had two interceptions. With UW-Platteville mounting a comeback, Petersen intercepted a pass and returned it 21 yards for a touchdown to help seal the win for the Pointers.
Also nominated:
UW-La Crosse, Dustin Drath, Senior, Strong Safety, Manawa, Wis. (Little Wolf)
UW-Oshkosh, Logan Heyden, Senior, Linebacker, Kenosha, Wis. (Tremper)
UW-River Falls, Lincoln Bjorklund, Sophomore, Linebacker, Nicolett, Minn. (Sibley East)
UW-Stout, Adam Churchill, Senior, Defensive Back, Plum City, Wis.