Ohio State’s Eichenberg Named Finalist For Lott IMPACT Trophy

Ohio State linebacker Tommy Eichenberg was named on Tuesday afternoon as one of four finalists for the Lott IMPACT Trophy, which is given annually to a defensive player whose athletic excellence is equally recognized by his personal character.

Eichenberg, a redshirt junior from Cleveland St. Ignatius, has recorded 105 tackles this season, including 67 solo stops, which ranks second nationally. He’s also added 12 tackles for loss, 2.5 sacks and one interception, which he returned for a touchdown, despite having two broken hands.