Texas defensive line outlook for 2018: Will a true sack master emerge?

Texas’ defense saw a dramatic turnaround in 2017, jumping over 60 spots in opponents points per game from the previous season. Behind a stout defensive interior, the Longhorns ranked No. 2 in the Big 12 in rush defense, swallowing up opposing running backs with ease.

But things weren’t completely rosy for Texas’ defensive line. The burnt orange front often failed to generate a significant pass rush, with no player accumulating more than four sacks throughout the season. Texas created pressure mainly via the blitz, with its front four struggling to make an impact in the passing game.

So what should you expect from the Longhorns’ defensive line in 2018? Here’s our positional outlook.

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