University of Nebraska - Kearney Athletics

Paicurich, a senior defensive end from Westminster, Colo., was part of a Loper defense that took to the field 108 plays in a 27-14 win over Western New Mexico.

Despite the large number of plays, the Loper defense held Western to 26 yards rushing with Paicurich having 10 tackles, including 3.5 tackles for loss.

He also had 2.0 sacks, one pass breakup and one QB hurry