Ball State University Athletics
Pete Lembo Press Conference ? Northwestern Week
September 22, 2015 | Football
Comments on Northwestern ...
“Northwestern is off to a good start. They have quality wins already this year against Stanford and Duke.”
“They seem to have a lot of momentum going for them right now. They are a veteran team, led by one of the top defenses in the country. They are ranked first [nationally] in points allowed at just 5.3 per game.”
“The most impressive thing about this team to me is that they have a strong identity and that all starts with their defense. Their defense is a very sound, physical defense.”
Starting Quarterback This Week ...
“Riley [Neal] will be starting the game this week and I am looking forward to seeing what he is going to do for us. He has handled himself very well so far.”
“I don't think starting will change his [Riley Neal] mentality one bit. He is a good kid, very coachable and he will go out there this week and put his best foot forward for us.”
“Riley is still learning and we have to be careful with how much we ask him to do. It's more than just knowing the playbook. It's about being able to see the field and what's open. That will all come with time and experience.”
On the Play of the Defensive Line ...
“What we need is consistency among the whole group. We need to see the whole group hitting on all cylinders and being productive for us. They are capable and flashing it at times, we just need to see it on every down.”
