Defending the Triple Option

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We utilize speed because we are often undersized on the defensive line. Every year we face opponents (UW-River Falls and Augustana-Illinois) who run the option. We used a simple adjustment to our defense that allows us to defend these teams and not have to make drastic changes to our defense.

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