2026 Mountain West Conference Leaders Total Defense - Games vs. Ranked Teams Only (AP Poll) through 09/12/2026
| Name | G | Rush Yards | Pass Yards | Plays | Total Yards | Yards/Play | Yards/G | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Northern Illinois | 1 | 289 | 218 | 78 | 507 | 6.50 | 507.0 |
| 2 | San Jose State | 1 | 164 | 341 | 76 | 505 | 6.64 | 505.0 |
| 3 | UTEP | 1 | 170 | 231 | 58 | 401 | 6.91 | 401.0 |