October 04, 2024

D3 Coach and Coordinator of the Week - Robbie Aldinger, Shane Dierking, Matt Walker

44 minutes

Keith Grabowski and Logan Hanson review standout performances and coaching achievements from the fourth week of the Division III football season. They feature Head Coach of the University of Wisconsin-River Falls Matt Walker, Offensive Coordinator of Simpson College Robbie Aldinger, and Defensive Coordinator of North Central College Shane Dierking.

Head Coach/Coaching Staff of the Week

Matt Walker | UW-River Falls | 68-9 vs. Mt. St. Joseph

Outgained opponent 507 to 315

Balanced attack with over 300 yards rushing, over 200 yards passing

Won on specials teams with >50 yard average on 2 punts and a punt return TD

Excelled in havoc plays and crucial situations

Turnovers: 4-0

Total Havoc Plays: 18-3

3rd/4th Downs: 10/13 (77%) vs. 5/15 (33%)

Redzone: 7/7 TDs vs. 0/1

Offensive Coordinator of the Week

Robbie Aldinger | Simpson | 66-14 vs. Loras

Simpson hadn't beaten Loras since 2018

Led 45-0 at halftime

Extremely efficient & explosive passing attack

78% completion percentage

8.4 yards per pass

Led by Noah Cracraft w/ 13 rec. for 178 yards

Capitalized on short fields and had consecutive TD drives of 69, 60, 72, & 60 yards

Defensive Coordinator of the Week

Shane Dierking | North Central | 49-9 vs. Washington U.

WashU scored 35+ in first 2 contests vs. 2 quality opps

Only allowed 2 plays of 10+ yards through first 3 quarters

Only allowed 2 drives of 15+ yards

Allowed 145 yards on 2.7 yards/play (91 yards passing, 54 yards rushing)

WashU's starting QB completed only 7/20 passes

4 sacks and 2 INTs

About Hansen Ratings

Hansen Ratings is a data-driven system that uses advanced mathematical formulas to evaluate and rank Division III football players and teams. The system considers various metrics, including Total Adjusted Yards per Play (TAYP) and Yards Above Replacement Player per Game (YARP/G), providing a comprehensive look at player efficiency and team performance. Hansen Ratings also recognizes coaches of the year based on overall success, improvement, and surpassing preseason expectations.

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