Florida State’s defense struggled early in the game and a big part of that was the tempo that Wake Forest’s offense was able to maintain for much of the first half. As the defense adjusted to the fast pace, linebacker Dontavious Jackson said strategy for slowing them down was simple.
“Hit em,” Jackson said. “Be more physical. When we tackle them, make them feel us. Make them want to get up slower.”
Stellar play from the defensive line headlined the day as they left Wake quarterback Sam Hartman with very little time to get rid of the ball.