First four games VS last seven games (not including wagner or USU since that game was the game injury game). So, 4 games with Taysom H VS last seven games without Taysom.

First four: Defense gave up an average of 364 yards a game and 18.75 points per game

Last seven (not including wagner): Defense gave up an average of 445 yards per game and 35 points per game.

Now, what was the difference? Did the defense lose its talent? Or did the defense lose its drive, motivation, etc. Was the defense on the field more and thus given more opportunities to let up yards and scores?

So, yes I do have hope that with an awesome offense and Bronco back on D, the defense will be better