What we learned about Colorado’s defense from Thursday’s coaches’ presser

Here’s what we took away from Thursday’s pre-spring football defensive coaches’ press conference

One week after Colorado football’s offensive coaches spoke with the media, we got to hear from the Buffs’ defensive minds on Thursday.

Taking the podium was defensive coordinator Charles Kelly, linebackers coach Andre’ Hart, cornerbacks coach Kevin Mathis and defensive ends coach Nick Williams. Each spoke on their early days in Boulder, the high standards being set within the program and their approach to recruiting, among several other topics.

It was also clear that Colorado’s players haven’t shied away from getting work done this winter, and that should only ramp up with spring ball about to begin.

Below are just a few highlights from Thursday’s defensive coaches’ presser: