The Elgin Wildcats have enjoyed an unprecedented turnaround in 2022 after going winless the previous season.​One of the biggest reasons for their 7-2 record and first playoff berth since 2014 has been the stellar play of the Wildcat defense.​Defensive coordinator Clay Ferguson saw this group's potential dating back to spring practice. However, their performance against Lampasas in week one proved how special they could be. ​“Against Lampasas, forcing four turnovers in that first game, I was like ‘Alright, we’re going to be good,’” said Ferguson. “Shutting them out in the second half, that was a huge thing to get the year ...