Robert Quinn named NFC special teams player of the week

Posted Nov 2, 2011
Eagles running back LeSean McCoy, Lions defensive end Cliff Avril and Rams defensive end Robert Quinn have been named the NFC players of the week. Quinn won the special teams player of the week award after he blocked a punt to set up a touchdown as the Rams upset the Saints. Quinn, the Rams’ first-round draft pick this year, also sacked Drew Brees in the game. (NBC Sports)

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