2025 FBS Independents Leaders Total Defense - Games in August/September Only through 01/19/2026
| Name | G | Rush Yards | Pass Yards | Plays | Total Yards | Yards/Play | Yards/G | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Connecticut | 5 | 800 | 1163 | 357 | 1963 | 5.50 | 392.6 |
| 2 | Notre Dame | 4 | 496 | 1075 | 267 | 1571 | 5.88 | 392.8 |