Longhorns Wire

This OU football defense flies in the face of the transfer portal era

How has Brent Venables developed the OU defense into one of the best heading into the College Football Playoff? It was built ...
Yardbarker

How Arizona’s Defense Could Shape the Kansas Game

Defensive coordinator Danny Gonzales took the job at Arizona this offseason with the defense in complete disarray. In 2024, the Wildcats' defense ranked 109th in FBS, allowing 31.8 points per ...
Daily Emerald

Defensive line in review

The Oregon Ducks are putting together a solid season in terms of limiting the opponent’s rushing attack. As of now, Oregon ranks fourth nationally in rushing defense, allowing just 4.05 yards per ...
Daily Bruin

UCLA football doubles down on defense in preparation for matchup against Nebraska

This post was updated Nov. 7 at 8:48 p.m. Winning games often start with winning the trench battle. The team that dominates the offensive and defensive front typically controls possession – and, ...
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Even in R Mason Thomas Can't go, Oklahoma in Strong Shape at Defensive End vs. Alabama

NORMAN — Oklahoma could certainly use R Mason Thomas back in the lineup when the 11th-ranked Sooners take on No. 4 Alabama on Saturday in Tuscaloosa, Alabama (2:30 p.m., ABC). But even if Thomas can’t ...
The Big Lead

College football: Defensive points per game leaders through Week 10

Madison, Wisconsin, USA; Ohio State Buckeyes quarterback Julian Sayin (10) during the game against the Wisconsin Badgers at Camp Randall Stadium. Credit: Jeff Hanisch-Imagn Images The 2025 college ...
Zone Coverage

Dallas’ Run Defense Offers the Vikings A Conundrum — and An Opportunity

For all his shortcomings, J.J. McCarthy has never lacked confidence. Whether or not Kevin O’Connell and the Minnesota Vikings ...