Navy Key: Get off the field on defense
The Midshipmen have struggled to get defensive stops the past two games. South Florida scored on six straight possessions to start the game, going 12-for-12 on third down conversions along the way. Notre Dame scored on five of six possessions and was 10-for-14 on third and fourth down conversions. Navy needs to force some turnovers, record some sacks or tackles for loss and win on third down. Opponents have punted a grand total of five times over the past four games. That trend cannot continue.
Tulsa Key: Do not allow Navy to hog the ball
The Golden Hurricane are accustomed to getting a lot of possessions.