(Freshman, Linebacker, Edina, Minnesota)

Samuel became the eighth FCS player to block two kicks in a game, helping Valparaiso claim a 23-20 overtime victory against Stetson Saturday. He blocked a punt in the first quarter that Valparaiso recovered in the end zone for its first touchdown. Samuel blocked another punt in the fourth quarter, which the Beacons recovered and returned 51 yards to set up a go-ahead touchdown.