Bubba admitted they sometimes go conservative when they have the lead to not give the other team momentum.
Some call that a good football strategy, some call it playing not to lose.
Here's Bubba describing Bubba Ball Philosophy at the end of second quarters:
Maybe even the end of the games too...Bubba always thinking lets not get crazy to give the other team momentum.
Defense caused 3 turnovers and had to contend with an opposing coach that was aggressive and went for it a lot on fourth downs and even a fake punt.
350 yards offense for UND in the first half.
Only 124 yards for UND offense in the second half.
Coaches get credit for playing to Ketteringhams strength by calling lots of quick short easy passes.
Coaches also went into a shell in the 4th quarter trying to protect the lead.