Way-too-early rankings of the SEC defensive units leading up to the 2024 season

The SEC may trail the Big Ten for defensive power rankings in 2024, but the Texas Longhorns will play some of the best defenses in the country. So, where do the Horns stack up?

By Sam Fariss | Jun 9, 2024

Texas Longhorns running back Ky Woods (29) celebrates with teammate defensive back Jelani McDonald (25). / Sara Diggins/American-Statesman / USA

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The Texas Longhorns have the chance to be the best team in the country as they enter the SEC and take on some of the biggest names in college football.

The biggest thing standing in the Horns’ way is the powerhouse defenses of the future conference opponents.

From the Georgia Bulldogs who have gone undefeated over the past three regular seasons to the consistently problematic Oklahoma Sooners’ frontline.

So, as Texas enters the daunting waters of the SEC, how do the Horns stack up against the other defensive units in the conference?

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Unsurprisingly yet unfortunately for the Commodores, Vanderbilt finds itself at the bottom of the SEC totem pole once again.

Despite head coach Clark Lea's history as a defensive coordinator, the Commodores still fall well short of the defensive prowess necessary in their conference.

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