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?
Texas Longhorns running back Ky Woods (29) celebrates with teammate defensive back Jelani McDonald (25).
Texas Longhorns running back Ky Woods (29) celebrates with teammate defensive back Jelani McDonald (25). / Sara Diggins/American-Statesman / USA
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Oklahoma will be one of the bigger problems for the Longhorns in 2024. As the long-lived rivals both make their way to the SEC, the Sooners' defense may just be able to stop Quinn Ewers and Texas.

Brent Venables hasn't led Oklahoma to an immediate berth in the College Football Playoffs, like some expected, his defensive knowledge has undeniably improved OU's ability to stop its rivals.