Smart Defensive Play By Noles Key To The Game

* Field position...field position...field position.

* Defense has to play smart and keep their assignments in light of the triple option offense by Tech.

* FSU's offensive line has to be able to handle the Tech defensive front four.

* Noles need to establish running game to take pressure off Ponder.

* Ponder must release ball quickly in order to thwart the Tech rush.

* Defense needs to play with intensity for four quarters.

* FSU defense and secondary needs to create some turnovers.

* Someone in the receiver corps has to have a big day.

* Take the home crowd out of the game.

* Avoid stupid penalties and turnovers.