Wednesday, September 14, 2011

SU pass defense to get test

Baton Rouge, LA - Although Southern’s pass defense has been relatively solid through two games - opposing quarterbacks have completed only 45 percent of their throws - second-year coach Stump Mitchell said he’s still looking for more big plays from his secondary.

More to the point: When the Jaguars (1-1, 1-0 Southwestern Athletic Conference) face Jackson State (2-0, 0-0) at 6 p.m. Saturday in A.W. Mumford Stadium, Mitchell would love to see some interceptions. During a 21-6 victory over Alabama A&M last week, SU had 11 pass breakups, but no interceptions.

The Jaguars are, in fact, still searching for their first takeaway this season.

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