- In his first season at Georgia Tech, Simpson has transformed a defensive front that contributed to Georgia Tech finishing 128th nationally in rushing defense and 120th in tackles for loss into a unit that has helped Tech rank 36th in rushing defense and 44th in total defense this season. - The success has been especially impressive considering that six of Tech’s first 10 FBS opponents have ranked in the top 35 nationally in rushing coming into the game (and 3-of-10 remain in the top 35). - GT defensive linemen have combined for 28 tackles for loss in 11 games this season - last season, the team's defensive linemen combined for 30.5 TFL in 13 games.
