By JOE VOZZELLI
Sports Editor
In fact, name that defensive coach on Texas State’s staff and takeaways have been one of the first things that has rolled off their tongue whenever they have been asked what has to change in 2016.
So when Brandon McDowell stepped in front of Tyler Jones’ pass for a pick six, it was no surprise to see the defense get a little excited. What was somewhat surprising was how the entire defense mobbed McDowell in the end zone to celebrate.
McDowell’s interception punctuated what was a defensive day for the Bobcats in the first of three winner-loser days this spring as McCrea’s group took home the initial bragging rights on Saturday afternoon.