The situation perplexes Florida Atlantic coach Lane Kiffin.
FAU’s offense was supposed to be the strength of the Owls football team this season. It returned two experienced quarterbacks and added a junior college transfer. It boasted a talented running back duo. Plus, Kiffin and offensive coordinator Kendal Briles were supposed to make FAU’s offense purr.
But after 15 preseason practices, including Saturday’s scrimmage inside FAU Stadium, the Owls'’ offense remains behind FAU’s defense. In 21 possessions, the offense scored five touchdowns and turned the ball over three times in the red zone.
“I would think that wasn’t the case,” Kiffin said.