Entering its second season as a Cover 4 based defense, Ohio’s defensive unit made some adjustments for 2015.
Pillaged by big pass plays in 2014, the Bobcats were more conscious about protecting their corners this fall and preventing the ‘over-the-top’ bombs that were a thorn in the side of a solid defense.
As a result of that philosophy, a slight change in tactics, and in general good play from top corners Ian Wells and Brett Layton, Ohio accomplished the goal of being a better pass defense in 2015.
Ohio allowed more than 50 less yards passing per game (261.