2026 FBS Independents Leaders Passes Defended - Games in August/September Only through 10/22/2026
| Name | G | Int. | Passes Broken Up | Passes Defended | Passes Defended/G | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Connecticut | 4 | 2 | 23 | 25 | 6.25 |
| 2 | Notre Dame | 4 | 3 | 13 | 16 | 4.00 |
| Name | G | Int. | Passes Broken Up | Passes Defended | Passes Defended/G | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Connecticut | 4 | 2 | 23 | 25 | 6.25 |
| 2 | Notre Dame | 4 | 3 | 13 | 16 | 4.00 |