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WKU 2017 Season Preview: Top 5 Defensive Contributors

Related Topics: Conference USA

With most people fixated on the firepower of WKU’s offense, it’s a shame people can sometimes forget about the play makers of the Tops’ defense. In 2016, WKU ranked first in Conference-USA in rushing defense allowing 1,361 yards on 456 attempts. On the passing side, however, there’s some room for improvement. The Tops were tenth in the league giving up 3,911 yards.

Losing Nick Dawson-Brents along the defensive line (graduation) and the injury of corner De’ Andre Simmons create some immediate holes that need to be filled. Luckily there’s also plenty of returning talent to help bring the young guys along.