I like that approach, because offensive schemes, trends, and popularity changes all the time and with the type of athlete being forged at any given time. Defensively it can be complicated and change, but nowhere near how offenses change. Basing our program around a great offense is definitely the right move, but just like our basketball program, you have to have a solid defense when those shots aren't going into the basket. You simply cannot be on all of the time. Look at Georgia against Missouri and Kentucky. The offense was not there, but their defense came and kept them in the game without a doubt. Against Ohio State their defense was shredded, but their offense stepped up and won the game, and was also averaging close to 22 points more per game this year than last year. Offense won them a Natty, but the defense helped when they struggled. I think that's the recipe. Not like the defense struggled all year and offense carried them, because they were still dang good. I say all of that to agree with you that focus on getting the offense settled is of the most importance right now, then figuring out the defense.
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