3 key points — Weber State defense

• PERSONNEL: With Smith gone, the Wildcats went out and got a few junior college DBs to fill the void. John Carroway and Duane Paul are being asked to provide instant help on the corners. Only four starters return from the excellent unit of last year, so expect a little adjustment period before things click.

• WHAT TO EXPECT:If the newcomers fit in quickly and perform as expected, McBride says the defense won't skip a beat. If the corners can't cover anyone, though, opponents will pick on them early and often. Sparrow, however, is as good as the Big Sky has.