1.   A OFFENSIVE LINE Sac State was second in Big Sky in rushing defense, but this unit stepped up and helped Matadors control the clock.

2.   But lately Denver has been sensational on rushing defense.

3.   His unit is last in the conference in total defense and ninth in rushing defense.

4.   League stats can be misleading, but Zimmer was constantly reminded a year ago about his defense being last in rushing defense.

5.   Owner Jerry Jones never expected to have his rushing defense ripped apart like wet toilet paper.

6.   Springs and Howard made it possible for the Buckeyes to improve their rushing defense.

7.   The Chargers lead the NFL in total defense and rushing defense and rank eighth in passing defense.

8.   The first mission was to improve the rushing defense.

9.   The Steelers led the National Football League in rushing offense and rushing defense, and are hosting the AFC championship game Sunday against the Denver Broncos.

10.   The second-best rushing defense in the country.