Grading On A Curve

The grades are in and again the defense was properly rewarded for its dominating performance. As I have been pleading for during the past couple of weeks, Hampton should be replaced by Swan as the primary punt returner. Hampton's decision to pick up a punt in the third quarter was a huge mistake and could have been costly if Strickland was not back as a secondary returner.

I think the decision to attempt a fake punt in the fourth quarter was a good one and was probably based on the defense's strong performance and Bielema's aggressive nature.