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2019 SEC Unit Rankings: Defensive Backs

We’re nearing the homestretch in our unit rankings, and now we get to everyone’s favorite argument: who is DBU?

To go about finding the answer, we first start with the overall pass defense. We look at yards allowed per pass attempt, completion percentage, and QB Rating allowed, two big benchmarks on how the passing game performed. Yes, I know I could using S&P+ here, but I like starting with traditional stats and if you want Bill C’s work, you can always go look at it.

But we don’t stop our inquiry at this point. We then have to try and assign some responsibility for the quality of the pass defense because let’s be honest, Mississippi St.