Josh Matejka, Deputy Manager: It’s something we’ve discussed since the beginning of this season — the lack of player development. How many times did we see freshmen set Faurot on fire only to fade away in their sophomore or junior years? Odom and his staff could scout talent, no question. But with few exceptions — and mostly on the defensive side of the ball — it felt like no one on the Tigers ever got any better than they were when they arrived.
Nate Edwards, Football Editor: Statement wins, wins over ranked teams, wins over teams with winning records.