re: Henry To'oTo'o explains culture shock in transfer to Alabama

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I’m not so sure. I thought he was an upgrade over Kirby as far as defensive scheming and play calling goes. I think Kirby and Pruitt are both better than Golding.

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In the post spread era Pruitt’s “If you ain’t first you're last” approach to defense and use of smaller, faster players is more productive than Kirby.

I’m not sure Pruitt was as good at talent identification or development compared to Smart however.