Safety Jake Jarmolowich emphasizes a consistent approach each week regardless of the opponent. For him, sticking to the fundamentals ensures preparedness against any offense.
"I think it's like any other week, to be honest. I've said it a lot, it's going back to our 1/11s -- if everyone does their jobs and we contain this quarterback and we do what we're supposed to do, we're gonna be just fine."
Jarmolowich stresses discipline as a key factor in limiting mistakes on defense. He notes the importance of maintaining proper positioning to avoid oversetting gaps or leaving open spaces.
"I think any game, any opponent, you have to be as disciplined as possible. If you're not, you're gonna overset a gap, you're gonna go over the top and you're supposed to be the inside or wherever it might be."
Regarding the UNLV quarterback, he adds it is a subtle but vital detail to keep in mind during the game.
The UNLV Rebels lead the Mountain West Conference in scoring, averaging 36.9 points per game. Their lowest point total this season was 30 in a win against UCLA. They scored a season-high 51 points in a high-scoring 51-48 victory over Air Force.
The Rebels also rank second in rushing offense in the conference with 193.4 yards per game, trailing only Air Force. They lead the Mountain West with an average of 5.39 yards per carry.
This preview highlights Colorado State's focus on fundamentals and discipline as they prepare to face UNLV's top-ranked scoring offense and strong rushing attack.
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