Detroit Lions safety Christian Izien - who is from Far Rockaway, Queens, but has always proudly represented Nigeria too - was a standout among many NFL stars with ties to Africa who shone in Week 3.
There were some highlights on offense too - notably from Jaxon Smith-Njigba and John Metchie III - but generally, this was a week where defense shone brightest for the continent's stars.
Africa Player of the Week: Christian Izien (Detroit Lions)
Christian Izien has been impressing for the Detroit Lions in the NFL. Justin Casterline/Getty Images Izien was immensely influential for the Detroit Lions in their 31-24 win over the New York Jets, making a total of 11 tackles - nine of which were solo tackles - and defending one pass.
Izien - who has family ties to Nigeria - made three tackles for loss in addition to a vital intervention to prevent a touchdown right on the stroke of half-time. Geno Smith went for a Hail Mary with the Jets 10-7 down, but amid a sea of bodies from both teams, it was Izien who got to the ball first to tip it away.
His performance played a key role in the game ending in favour of the Lions - who are 2-1 for the season, with the Jets 1-2.
Africa Moment of the Week: Thomas Incoom and Maema Njongmeta (Carolina Panthers)
There were plenty of big hits to choose from among Africa's NFL stars. However, Incoom (born in Ghana) and Njongmeta (born in Cameroon) get the nod for collaborating in a moment which demonstrated what Africa has to offer the NFL.