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2018 Texas A&M DL Outlook: Can Landis Durham replicate 2017 sack total?

Texas A&M had its highs and lows on the defensive line in 2017, ranking third in the nation in sacks, but was 70th in rushing defense.

The Aggies return the SEC's sack leader, Landis Durham, but must also fill voids behind him at defensive end.

Here is an outlook at the A&M defensive line for 2018:

Key Returnees: Landis Durham (DE, senior, 10.5 sacks, 12.0 TFL), Kingsley Keke (DT, senior, 54 tackles), Daylon Mack (DT, senior, 5.0 TFL)

Key Losses: Jarrett Johnson (DE, graduation), Zaycoven Henderson (DT, graduation), Justin Dunning (DE, retired due to injury)

Newcomers: Bobby Brown (DE, 6-4, 282), Mohamed Diallo (DT, 6-4, 320), Jeremiah Martin (DE, 6-5, 240), Tyree Wilson (DE, 6-6, 230), Max Wright (DE, 6-4, 270)

Biggest Unanswered Question: Can Landis Durham replicate or exceed his 2017 season and give the Aggies an elite pass rusher?