Column: Pitt defense rising up in Year 2014 A.D.

Last season was a tougher season. FSU, ND, etc.
VTech this year was without their 3 top RB's.
This season 3 games so far, FIU, Delaware, Akron.
Although I'm a big stats guy, I'm not buying an "improved defense" at this point.
But when will the offense show up!

There really is no suprise how the Chryst era is starting to flesh out. Working on a defense centering around the line and linebackers. Big, high quality offensive line. Strong running game with multiple back threats. And, a mediocre, if serviceable QB. Thisis how he learned

The Pitt defense is improving. Like everything at Pitt, consistency is the key. I'd like to see it week in and week out. H2P!

Love the memory lane of AD, but also it was nice to see the current d-line getting better each game. And how could you not love the Blair story?

well, the Panthers have a history of trouble with the option, Last years Navy game with Aaron Donald stands out. (OT if you every get a chance to go to a game at Navy, do it) Everyone has got to do his job. Would help if the offense can score and control the ball. Big game!

I believe both defenses will have a lot of trouble stopping the running game of the other in this game. It may literally come down to one of the teams being able to force a couple of fumbles.

Interesting to hear Chryst mention focusing on the ball when facing the triple option. Every coach I've ever heard before playing a triple option team preaches lane discipline and staying with your "assigned" guy, even if it looks like he won't end up with the ball.

Agreed DK, this weekends have is a real treat and will determine if the defense is real or a product of their competition.