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Chris Ash discusses how Texas DBs are taught to play the football

Whether it takes the form of a contested catch made on a defensive back with their back to the quarterback or a pass interference penalty on an underthrown ball, the scene is all too familiar for Texas Longhorns fans.

Over the last several seasons, Texas defensive backs have seemingly struggled to identify when it’s the correct time to try to turn and play the football in the air or simply play through the eyes and hands of the opposing pass catcher.

As a result, over the last two weeks, defensive coordinator Chris Ash has addressed the topic in his media availabilities.