2023 FBS Independents Leaders Passes Defended - Games vs. Ranked Teams Only (AP Poll) through 01/08/2024
| Name | G | Int. | Passes Broken Up | Passes Defended | Passes Defended/G | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Notre Dame | 4 | 4 | 22 | 26 | 6.50 |
| 2 | Massachusetts | 2 | 1 | 2 | 3 | 1.50 |
| 3 | Connecticut | 2 | 0 | 6 | 6 | 3.00 |
| 3 | Army | 1 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 1.00 |