The stat by Pro Football Focus did not come as much of a surprise. The Miami Hurricanes are first in the nation with 81 tackles for loss in seven games. The Canes run defense has 68 plays this season holding opponents to no gain or a loss of yardage. Auburn is second among Power Five teams with 63.
The Miami Hurricanes defense has been dominant this season. Miami’s 81 tackles for loss are 20 more than any other school. Oklahoma State is third nationally in TFLs with 61. That is second among Power Five schools.