The defenseman missed the first half of the season due to injury.
Byers was a key contributor in the RedHawks' undefeated regular season in 2025-26.
It is Rose's third time taking the award this season.
The Nittany Lions remain at No. 15 for the third consecutive week.
"We've got to be a little bit more even-keeled, regardless of where the 'rankings' may be."
Mingo averaged 13.7 points per game while shooting from 47.7% from the ifeld in his lone year with the Nittany Lions.