Big 12 defenses make stopping The Spread a priority

 
By Jake Trotter
Published: July 23, 2008

KANSAS CITY , Mo. — In the 1970s, Oklahoma unveiled a devastating force on the livelihood of defensive coordinators.

The Wishbone launched a dynasty that for 20 years bewildered even the savviest of defenses.

The 21st Century, however, has brought with it a new and improved scoring weapon:

The Spread — an offense that positions wide receivers, tight ends and running backs all over the field with the ...


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