Alexander takes pride in defensive performance
Big 12 Defensive Player of the Year: Oklahoma's Rufus Alexander

 
By Scott Wright
Published: November 29, 2006

NORMAN — The story of the Oklahoma defense this season parallels that of Rufus Alexander .

A rocky start, followed by gradual improvement, peaking at the top of the Big 12 Conference .

Alexander, a senior linebacker, was named Big 12 Defensive Player of the Year Tuesday, an award voted on by the conference coaches. And while Alexander was quick to share the honor with his teammates, he still takes prid...


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