We talked all week, especially last night and this morning, about believing and staying together as a team. I was very proud there was never any quit.
I think last year consistency was an issue with him.
We had almost the same talk I had with Aaron after the Oregon State game ... Joe's gonna be our guy, not like the last game where he was going to start the second half.
Steve was very efficient. He didn't turn the ball over, he ran the huddle well and he brings a confidence to the table and it's infectious. It was pretty evident last game and it was there today.
This week, we're watching their first two games against Rutgers and San Jose, but we are also watching the Florida tape from last year,
The maturity, not only physical, but mental and emotional, he gained over the last six or eight months has been awesome.