UCLA clamps down
Head coach Rick Neuheisel was very pleased with UCLA's pass defense against the highly regarded Houston passing offense, which came into the game ranked in the top-10 in nearly every offensive statistical category.
The Bruins held the Cougars, ranked first in scoring offense entering the game, to three points through three quarters and held Houston quarterbacks Case Keenum, Cotton Turner and Terrance Broadway to 252 yards and one touchdown, with two interceptions.
One of the surprises of the defensive effort: Andrew Abbott.
Abbott, a walk-on who was awarded a scholarship in the fall, was second on the team with seven tackles and had two tackles-for-loss, totaling four yards. Abbott played extensively in the nickel package and has proven particularly important in the run game.
"It was a great game for Andrew," Neuheisel said. "He's always been knocked because of his size. Can he tackle? He was terrific in the tackling department. It's fun to watch him play when he's hitting on all cylinders like that."
Enough already with the Houston game. It was a great win, but we need to start looking forward to Texas. How about some stories on what both UCLA and Texas are doing to prepare for the game?
Great game Abbott!
The Austin Stateman is a good place to go for a primer on the state of the Longhorns. It doesn't seem they perceive us as a threat which is fine by me.
http://www.statesman.com/sports/longhorns/
Go Bruins!
Just shows what hard work, commitment, and talent can do. Keep it up, Andrew.