TCU led the nation in 2005 in turnover margin (+21), interceptions (26) and takeaways (40). The Frogs also led the Mountain West Conference with 41 sacks and allowed only three touchdowns in their final three games of the season. The 2005 Frogs led the nation in turnover margin, interceptions and takeaways.
In 2006, TCU defense was second nationally in run defense (60.8 yards per game) and total defense (234.9 yards per game) while placing third in scoring defense (12.3 points per game). The following season, Rivals.com named Bumpas as one of the 10 best defensive coaches in the country.
In 2008. TCU led the nation in total defense (217.8 yards per game), run defense (47.1 yards per game), pass defense (170.7 yards per game) and fewest first downs allowed per game (12.1) while placing second in scoring defense (11.3 points per game) and sacks (43) and fourth in pass efficiency defense (97.9).
In 2009. TCU led the nation in total defense (239.7 yards per game), run defense (80.2 yards per game), pass defense (159.5 yards per game) and fewest first downs allowed per game (12.4) while placing second in scoring defense (12.8 points per game)
In 2010. TCU led the nation in total defense (215.5 yards per game), run defense (93.6 yards per game), pass defense (121.9 yards per game) and fewest first downs allowed per game (12.0) while placing second in scoring defense (8.5 points per game)
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