Todd Grantham had a reputation when he was hired as Florida’s new defensive coordinator in 2018.
Whenever anyone tries to discuss a Grantham-led defense, usually the first thing that comes to mind is “Third and Grantham.” Grantham, who previously held that position at Mississippi State, Louisville and Georgia, is known for his aggressive defenses, which can sometimes result in the opposing team converting on third and long.
My esteemed colleague Tyler Nettuno took a look at this a year ago and came to the conclusion that the “Third and Grantham” issue was mostly a myth.
He wrote, “Grantham’s defensive philosophy doesn’t inhibit the team’s success.