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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Luckily, Texas has earned a break from the Alabama Crimson Tide. However, the Tide's defense will be as nearly as talented as ever.

New head coach Kalen DeBoer loves to dominate on both ends of the ball. As DeBoer gets read for his first season in the SEC, he brought many of his talented defensive stars from Washington with him to continue Alabama's tenure of success.