MORGANTOWN, W.Va. — When West Virginia defensive coordinator Tony Gibson began dissecting BYU video last week, he anticipated a Ty Detmer flashback.
The former Heisman winner, who 26 years ago threw for 41 touchdowns and nearly 5,200 yards in a 12-game season, is fresh into his new gig as the Cougars’ playcaller. The philosophy, at least based on present personnel, has changed.
“They look more Big Ten,” Gibson said, whose run defense allows 182 yards per game, 95th nationally. “They want to hurt you when they run the ball. They finish blocks and their backs are big.