Michael Shields, Washington and Lee, Fr., Defensive Back

Michael Shields, Washington and Lee, Fr., Defensive Back

Shields, a freshman from Charlotte, N.C., helped the Generals finish their season with a 40-23 victory over Shenandoah.  He posted a team-high 11 tackles, including 10 solo stops.  His biggest play came on the Hornets' first possession of the game.  After SU had driven to the W&L four-yard line on 10 plays, Shields turned the ball over for the Generals on the 11th.  He forced and recovered his own fumble at the one-yard line, denying a potential Shenandoah touchdown on first-and-goal and maintaining Washington and Lee's early 7-0 lead.  For his rookie season, Shields recorded 41 tackles, an interception, and blocked a kick.

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