Demond Tucker claims Big 12 defensive newcomer of the year

By foxsports
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Iowa State defensive tackle Demond Tucker proved he was a quality player this season, and Big 12 coaches took notice.

Tucker won defensive newcomer of the year in the Big 12, as voted on by the coaches. 

Tucker, a junior, led the Cyclones with 13.0 tackles for loss. He also had 28 tackles and six sacks.

Tucker was a JUCO transfer. He came to the Cyclones from Copiah-Lincoln Community College (Miss.) this season. 

(h/t Ames Tribune)