The defense was incredible on Saturday against the Wolverines. It reminded me quite a bit of 2009 (coincidentally the last time I really believed the quote in the topic). We finally locked in on first down and stopped the big yardage. We had pressure. We had sacks. We weren't shy about blitzing.
Is this a result of our young guys starting to "get it" (and the right young guys being provided game opportunities)? Or did our coaches suddenly become flexible with some of the scheme and tailor it to the talent they have on the field?
One good game on defense against a short-handed and downtrodden team doesn't make us world-beaters, but it gives me a glimmer of hope that Pelini and Co. really haven't forgotten to coach defense and how to stop the run.