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Video: Georgia, Auburn among nation’s best on defense

Two of the nation's top defenses will be on display in the SEC Championship game. Georgia ranks fourth nationally in total defense, allowing only 271.9 yards per game. Georgia ranks 12th nationally in rushing defense, allowing only 112.5 yards per game. Georgia ranks 3rd nationally in passing yards allowed per game (159.4). Georgia ranks 5th nationally in scoring defense, allowing only 13.8 points per game. Auburn ranks among national leaders in several categories as well, including total defense (11th, 3
By The Atlanta Journal-Constitution
Nov 29, 2017

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Two of the nation’s top defenses will be on display Saturday when Georgia faces Auburn in the SEC Championship game.

Both are among the nation's best in several statistical categories, including total defense. Find out more about both defenses by clicking here.

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