1.   Although the young defense is improved, the offense is sputtering.

2.   As has happened throughout the season, the Matadors offense sputtered while the defense shined.

3.   Besides rebounding, the offense also sputtered in critical situations.

4.   After an impressive first half against the Chiefs, their offense sputtered and died, like a car out of gas.

5.   Against teams not named the Washington Redskins, the offense has sputtered.

6.   But just as quickly, the offense sputtered.

7.   Elsewhere, the offense sputtered.

8.   Fassel reportedly warned of benchings if the offense sputters in Philadelphia, if not during practice this week.

9.   He appeared to be on his way this season, but recently the offense sputtered and now quarterback Drew Bledsoe is injured.

10.   He was told that Fontes said the offense was sputtering.