re: Why did O want to switch to a 4-3

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You have to understand playing defense in today’s college football has evolved immensely. You gonna give up yards and points, it something fans have to accept. It is about getting the stops and turnovers in the most opportune moments. LSU’s defense did that in spades last year

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This year’s defense generated far more turnovers, especially turnovers for scores. We also created a lot more of a pass rush against all but Bama and maybe Auburn. The issue was Pelini’s unwillingness to adjust and scheme around our weaknesses. That lead to busts and big plays that often negated the impact of our own big plays.

With a better DC who can gameplan and make the right calls vs a spread attack, we should have a very good defense next year. The scheme and most of the players are there, including this recruiting class. We just need to plug a couple of holes and add better coaching and we should see a big improvement.