HELENA, Mont. -- Carroll College sophomore defensive back Rex Irby was named the Frontier Conference Defensive Player of the Week, the conference announced on Monday.

Irby, a sophomore from Boise Idaho, helped the Saints to a 51-17 road win over Rocky Mountain College on Saturday. In the game, Irby recorded two interceptions, including a 37-yard pick-six, and one solo tackle, as well as six assisted tackles. 

It's the first time in his career Irby has won the award. 

Irby is the first Saint to win the award since Nov. 6 of 2017 when Parker Bernhardt claimed the honor. 

The Fighting Saints are 4-3 and face Montana State-Northern this Saturday in Havre, Montana, at 7 p.m.