Is that what was said? The BIG12 is widely regarded as a weaker defensive conference.
This is a fact. And iirc correctly the NFL draft is proof of less top tier defensive talent coming from this league. But when Urban went on his little rant I do believe he said ISU plays defense.
Please, Cyclones fans...don't go all SECSECSEC apologizing for the Big 12s defense or lack thereof. We're a Matt Campbell, Ohio born and bred program playing in the Big 12.
EDIT: And welcome Big Buds