Bernhardt is a 6-foot-1, 202 lbs, sophomore linebacker from Billings, Mont.
In Carroll’s 24-15 win over Montana Western, Bernhardt recorded six solo tackles, three assisted tackles, one tackle for loss (-3) and one interception. The Carroll defense held Western to 80 yards rushing.
Also nominated and listed in alphabetical order; Jacob Clarke of Montana Tech and Chase Van Wyck of Eastern Oregon.