Pacific Takes · Aug 7, 2018
Ranking the Pac-12 defensive units going into the 2018 season
Washington - The Huskies probably have the best defensive line, linebacker and DB units in the conference and are led by DCs Pete Kwiatkowski and Jimmy Lake, who have dominated Pac-12 offenses the past few years. With nearly 10 players returning who could be first-team All-Pac-12 players, the Huskies should be lights out on defense again.
2. USC - The Trojans have to reload at a few spots, but they’re still stacked as always. Cameron Smith leads the way as the conference’s best linebacker and Marvell Tell in the back as an All-American candidate at safety. This unit is filled with talented bodies and has some of the best depth in the conference.