Demetrius Eaton was nominated for the 'Pontiac Game Changing Performance' for his 86-yard fumble return for a TD at MSU.Demetrius Eaton was nominated for the 'Pontiac Game Changing Performance' for his 86-yard fumble return for a TD at MSU.

Vote for Demetrius Eaton and his 'Pontiac Game Changing Performance'

Oct. 23, 2005

EVANSTON, Ill. - Northwestern linebacker Demetrius Eaton's 86-yard fumble return for a touchdown Saturday at Michigan State has been nominated as one of ESPN's 'Pontiac Game Changing Performances.'

With Northwestern leading 14-7 and MSU deep in Wildcat territory, defensive lineman Kevin Mims hit quarterback Drew Stanton in the Spartan backfield. Mims' hit knocked the ball loose and Eaton, who was rushing from an end position, scooped up the ball at the MSU 14-yard line and raced for the endzone. Eaton's TD gave the Wildcats a 21-7 lead, changing the face of the game, as the Wildcats went on to a 49-14 rout of then-No. 22 Michigan State.

To vote for Eaton and his 'Pontiac Game Changing Performance' go to Pontiac Game Changing Performances, and cast your vote.

Voting began today (Sunday) at 12 a.m. (CST) and ends Thursday at 9 a.m. (CST). The weekly winners are announced on ESPN's halftime show every Thursday.