re: Seniors and underclassmen departures

We're still going to be a run-first team. A power running team. That won't change. To do that, you need a great defense.

Now, if the defense isn't as good as it needs to be (which is doubtful), we can throw the ball more and move the ball that way. However, the most effective way to win with our talent is to run the ball effectively, control the ball, control time of possession, wear down the defense, and control field position with our defense and special teams.

That is also Miles' way. And it's a good way. The offense will be better, you are right. But we will always be a defensive-oriented team. Hopefully guys in the secondary will step up.