Starting field position makes a huge difference in an offenses ability to score. Our defense was LAST in the nation for opponent drives gaining zero or negative yards and nearly last in giving up at least one first down.
Blame the offense if you want but they've been a top 20 or better offense for awhile yet the defense has been sub-par constantly.
So glad you're all content with a mediocre or below average defense. Way to settle for less.