re: I assume that going up against Mizzou's HUNH last week will help the D this week

Hope you're healing well.

I think that's a valid point, like seeing the option as you mentioned. I think what will help our defense the most this week will be our offense- specifically time of possession. We need first downs.
To get first downs and TOP we must be able to run the football. Rotate #27, #1, and Herrien. We must run the ball to win Saturday.

It's the way to neutralize their biggest weapon- Mr. Kelly