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SMU defensive line outlook for 2018: Who will step up to replace Justin Lawler and Mason Gentry?

We're only months away from the start of the college football season. As we approach fall camp, let's take a look at the Mustangs' positional outlooks entering the 2018 season. We've already examined quarterbacks, running backs, receivers and tight ends, and offensive line. Now let's look at the other side of the trench, the defensive line.

Key returnees: Demerick Gary (junior), Michael Badejo (junior), Delontae Scott (junior), Tyeson Neals (junior), Pono Davis (junior), Ken McLaurin (sophomore), Chris Biggurs (junior), Toby Ndukwe (redshirt freshman), Patrick Jones (sophomore), Harrison Loveless (redshirt freshman), Jordan Gipson (redshirt freshman)

Key losses: Justin Lawler (graduation), Mason Gentry (graduation), Dimarya Mixon (graduation), Nick Horton (graduation)

Newcomers: Shabazz Dotson, Darren Brown, Terrance Newman, Jake Hall

Biggest unanswered question: Who will replace Justin Lawler?