According to The Grand Island Independent, Kevin Cosgrove got the memo.

A series of woeful performances led to Tuesday’s shedding of the black practice jerseys traditionally worn by the starters and a few other select players.

“It’s a decision we all made,” defensive coordinator Kevin Cosgrove said. “We’re going to earn those things back. That’s all I have to say.”

The awarding of the black practice jerseys began in 1962 under coach Bob Devaney, who wanted to make it easier to identify his defensive players during practices.

The D is currently ranked 104th overall, allowing 457 yards a game. They’ve allowed two opponents more than 600 yards and another more than 550.