DJ Wonnum earns Player of the Week honor for blocked field goal

Detroit Lions defensive end DJ Wonnum has been named NFC Special Teams Player of the Week on October 28, following his crucial block of a 35-yard field goal attempt by the Green Bay Packers. The play occurred late in the fourth quarter with the game tied, leading to a 10-play drive that ended in a game-winning field goal as time expired. Wonnum's performance highlights his contribution to the Lions' defense, tying him for the team lead with five sacks this season. He becomes the second Lions player to receive a weekly award this season, joining Jahmyr Gibbs, who was named NFC Offensive Player of the Week earlier.

• 4:47 PMYahoo Sports — Detroit Lions' DJ Wonnum named Player of the Week after blocked FG