ATHENS, Ga. -- It might be one of the most trite axioms in sports, but "next man up" has taken on a literal meaning for No. 3 Georgia's defense this season.
A year ago, a historically talented defense led the Bulldogs to their first national championship in 41 years. Five defensive starters -- end Travon Walker, tackles Jordan Davis and Devonte Wyatt, linebacker Quay Walker and safety Lewis Cine -- were selected in the first round of the NFL draft, the most from any school in the common era of the draft since 1967.