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Jim Knowles on OSU’s Secondary: ‘I Know We Are Going to Be Better’

What was a weakness for Oklahoma State at this time last year (or at least a huge question mark) is now a strength according to its defensive coordinator.

Jim Knowles spoke with media members on Monday at OSU’s first spring practice of the year, and his overall message was clear: He likes what he has in his secondary.

But before we get into what he said, let’s look at how that group fared just last season. The numbers weren’t great.

Oklahoma State ranked 118th in passing defense and 111th in opponent passing plays of at least 10 yards allowed in 2018.