Grading the Cougs
Quarterback: B+
Brink finally makes the plays down the stretch to get a win – no interceptions, either.
Running backs: A-
No breakaway runs for Harrison, but solid and steady all the way through.
Wide receivers: B+
No one shining star, just consistent efforts across the board, including tight end Cody Boyd.
Offensive line: B-
Husky pass rush was effective; still, 207 yards for the running back makes a difference.
Defensive line: B
Not too many amazing plays, but a sack and a deflection on the final series helped out.
Linebackers: B+
Having Derting back really does change the defense – at least a little bit.
Secondary: B-
A halfback pass and a number of open players downfield? The Cougars got away with one here.
Special teams: C
Three missed field goals, a muffed punt and poor punting. Yeesh.
Coaching: A-
Didn’t like the two-point conversion call, but kudos for keeping this team into things despite the losses.