Bennett was hired by Arizona State back in January of this year. Expectations for a defense led by Bennett, a coordinator known for gritty defenses, have risen substantially since his hiring.
A brand new defense is an exciting thought for Arizona State fans. After having to watch two straight seasons of defensive breakdowns and blowout losses thanks to the defense’s inability to stop the opposing offense, Bennett offers a ray of hope.
The issue with the “new defense” arises when you take a moment and step back and look at the defense as a whole.
Yes, they have a new coordinator in Bennett.