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Building the Perfect College Football Defense in 2021

Elite offense has become the primary path to winning a national title, but a standout defense only bolsters a contender.

Six months from the beginning of the 2021 season, it's a good time to daydream. Using all returning players, how would you organize a defense that would best frustrate those elite offenses?

Building the perfect unit isn't solely about picking the most talented players. That's a factor! But our defense brings a balance of elite pass and run defense, not simply one or the other.

To run this star-packed defense, we're calling on former Cincinnati and current Notre Dame coordinator Marcus Freeman.