Raleigh NC| Coach O’Brien Calls Out the USF Defense

N.C. State Football Coach Tom O’Brien Not Impressed with USF Defense

Coach Tom O’Brien has caught some flak over some statements made last week concerning the merits of the USF Bull’s defense.  O’Brien was asked if any N.C. State coaches had visited USF to learn about the envied USF spread defense.  He responded by mentioning the Sun Bowl blowout where USF lost 56 – 21 to Oregon.

The USF defensive coordinator replied by saying, “He’s right.  We’re not gurus.  On the other hand, we try to handle things professionally and not say anything … with class, not saying anything about anyone else’s coaching staff.  He can say what he wants to.  The other thing, I forget what bowl game they were in.  That’s all I’ve got to say.”

O’Brien was more abundant in his praise of USF during this week’s news conference praising both their quarterback and their defense.  Only Saturday will tell if O’Brien’s ill-advised comments of last week will give USF extra motivation but it is never a good idea to goad a bull.  This story and quote was found at the News and Observer website.

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