“We had a tough time blocking, tackling, and didn't do a good job as coaches and players, ... We didn't open up enough holes and sustain enough blocks on offense. It's always a combination of things, and we just need to keep working and get better.”
“I'd much rather play our non-conference games first and then get into the conference. Every game is important, but I'm a guy that would much rather play the non-conference first.”
“I am extremely disappointed for our seniors that weren't able to get this game and extend their season. Our kids competed hard and played hard, but playing hard doesn't get you what you want. And what we wanted was a win.”
“We knew about his athleticism when we recruited him. We wanted to utilize his speed and athleticism and his ability to get to the ball. He's a tough kid, too.”
“Other than seeing the ball go down the field a little more, I don't think there's a whole lot of difference in what they're doing, ... The times Mike Teel has been in playing, he's done a good job for them.”
“We feel Jonathon has speed and athletic ability coming off the edge if we play him as a defensive end, ... In college football you don't need to have all those big people up front rushing all the time. Plus, with his athleticism, it helps us with some of the other things we do with our nickel package.”