Defense can help itself out when the offense under performs by forcing a turnover or a 3 and out. Unfortunately, the defense seems to lose faith in itself on occasion when the offense struggles.
We absolutely should beat ISU, but they're no MVSU slouch (who we struggled with). Those expecting to see Boltman in the 3rd should probably temper their expectations a bit.
Looking at stats from their 45-23 loss to Cal, it appears the rushing D isn't bad. Also, we'll have to watch out for WR Mitch Gueller, who had 6 receptions for 156 yards against Cal (ISU had 179 total passing yards).
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