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USU football: Utah State ranks 24th in the nation in total defense

San Diego State running back Donnel Pumphrey (19) carries past the Utah State defense during the first half of an NCAA college football game Friday, Oct. 23, 2015 in San Diego. (AP Photo/Denis Poroy)

Following its 48-14 loss at San Diego State on Friday night at Qualcomm Stadium, Utah State’s defense still ranks among the top 40 in the nation in 14 categories, including ranking third in the Mountain West and 24th in the nation in total defense (321.3 ypg).

Overall, the Aggies rank among the top 40 nationally in 17 categories.

Utah State also ranks third in the MW and 29th in the nation in rushing defense (125.