Grading the Cougars
Quarterbacks: B
Brink did answer critics with late TD drive, but still needs to improve over four quarters.
Running backs: C+
Woolridge didn’t look like the runner he was at Auburn.
Wide receivers: C+
Dropped passes and fumbles cost the Cougars points on multiple occasions.
Offensive line: B+
Protected the pocket well despite some personnel shuffles.
Defensive line: A-
Figured out how to get heat on the quarterback.
Special teams: B
Recovered a big first-half fumble and got the game-winner at the end.
Secondary: B+
Got more involved in the second half and learned to jump underneath routes.