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against Miami and Texas A&M, and even this past Saturday, the USC QB had too much time to throw which makes covering WR’s for a long period of time difficult. The defense definitely has improved but I feel pressure is an area that still needs to improve and will be needed should we get to the playoffs and play better teams. On the offense side, while they have been very productive, I would like to see Denbrock not so predictable. I can tell nearly every time when they are going to run or pass. I would also like to see motion used more with the WR’s instead of just the TE. If you get Faison in motion, he would be nearly impossible to cover. Bama did this a few years back with Devonta Smith. Motion gives the WR an advantage at the snap and it also prevents teams from being able to double your best WR. I’m always analyzing this stuff because you have to benchmark against the best teams and know what your weaknesses are and address how to improve to be able to finally kick the door down to win a championship. We aren’t that far off, but some things need to be cleaned up or in a close game, they will bite you in the ass such as our kicking situation that you alluded to. It’s awful. And the defense down four must get better pressure on the QB.