UNI coach Mark Farley says the Panthers don’t run from problems but meet them head on. UNI is 0-3 on the season and returns to Missouri Valley action this week at Western Illinois.

Farley says the Panthers are not far off.

Farley says by eliminating a few mistakes the Panthers could be 2-1 right now and feeling much different about the start.

Improved tackling is a focus and Farley says it begins with attitude. The play of the defense has been alarming and UNI ranks near the bottom of FCS by giving up 518 yards per game.

Farley says tackling issues are not solved simply by doing more hitting in practice.

Farley wants his team to focus on what it takes to get better this week and not look ahead on the schedule.