Short fields and tough spots: WSU's defense has made the most of the circumstances
Oct. 13—PULLMAN — In his long college football journey, Keith Brown has learned the importance of tuning out the noise. During Washington State's fall camp, he deleted all social media off his phone, understanding that if he wants he and his unit to reach their potential, they can't get sucked into the distractions. Heck, he doesn't always look at the scoreboard. Last month, in his WSU team's ...
Pullman — Washington State defensive end Keith Brown has learned the value of ignoring distractions, focusing on his team's defensive efforts despite their struggling offense. During a home loss to Arizona, Brown didn't know the score at halftime, a testament to his focus on his role. WSU's defense has excelled in circumstances that have been challenging, ranking last in field position and second-to-last in starting field position.
This has led to their opponents starting drives at their own 35-yard line an average of 65.2 times. Despite these setbacks, WSU's defense has shown resilience, with key performances such as sacks and forced punts. Coach Trent Bray, returning to his old Oregon State job, emphasizes the team's unity and collective commitment to compete.
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