So in a press conference yesterday, Husker Defensive Coordinator talked at length about rule changes that have led to a significant advantage for offenses over defenses. This was based on a rule that changed in 2009 allowing offensive linemen to block downfield on pass plays.
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While I appreciate the challenges defenses face due to this rule change, this rule is applicable for ALL defenses. I understand offensive numbers should be higher in general after the rule change vs. before the rule change, but that doesn't excuse why Nebraska would be 128th against the pass and 69th against the run. There are apparently 128 teams who, in spite of the rule changes, have fared better than the blackshirts.
I understand the Huskers are going through a transition on defense, and maybe the players don't all fit a 3-4 scheme, but it seems like players with directional names perform better than Nebraska. Aren't our guys still 3 star players on the field? It's hard for me to comprehend how rule changes have affected Nebraska more than other teams.
LJS Story
While I appreciate the challenges defenses face due to this rule change, this rule is applicable for ALL defenses. I understand offensive numbers should be higher in general after the rule change vs. before the rule change, but that doesn't excuse why Nebraska would be 128th against the pass and 69th against the run. There are apparently 128 teams who, in spite of the rule changes, have fared better than the blackshirts.
I understand the Huskers are going through a transition on defense, and maybe the players don't all fit a 3-4 scheme, but it seems like players with directional names perform better than Nebraska. Aren't our guys still 3 star players on the field? It's hard for me to comprehend how rule changes have affected Nebraska more than other teams.