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5. Vic Beasley

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Clemson's junior defensive end is tied for the national lead with nine sacks.

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4. E.J. Gaines

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The Mizzou senior cornerback is among the best in the nation with three interceptions and has made a number of plays for the undefeated Tigers.

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3. Yawin Smallwood

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UConn's junior linebacker ranks third in the country with 77 tackles and is the centerpiece of the Huskies' defense.

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2. Chidera Uzo-Diribe

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A senior at defensive end for the Buffaloes, he leads all of FBS in forced fumbles.

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1. Nikita Whitlock

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The Demon Deacon senior defensive end's 13.5 tackles for loss is the best in the country.

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