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If you're one of the many fantasy managers who have struggled to get production from your D/ST spot this year, it's time to lock in and identify the top option this week. Our NFL team's Week 5 fantasy football defense (D/ST) rankings are here to guide you in setting the best optimal lineup.
The Seahawks, Patriots, and Dolphins have plus matchups and are ranked in the top 10 in RotoBaller's Week 5 DST rankings. Check out where other defenses, such as the Raiders, Jets, and Bears rank this week.
Our Week 5 defense (DST) fantasy football rankings are put together by Nick Mariano, Brandon Murchison, Andersen Pickard, and Scott Engel. In addition to our staff rankings, below you will find a summary of this week's important fantasy football injury news.
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Week 5 Defense (D/ST) Fantasy Football News
- Bears Defense Poised To Challenge Panthers Offense
- Jacksonville Jaguars D/ST An Underrated Option Against Colts
- Patriots Defense A Great Streamer Versus Miami
- Ravens Face A Familiar Foe In Week 5
- Rams Expect Darious Williams To Play Against Packers
- Fred Warner Questionable For Week 5
- Trevor Diggs Questionable For Cowboys Defense
- Browns Defense Draws Tough Test In Week 5
- Josh Hines-Allen Questionable For Week 5
- Maxx Crosby Questionable For Raiders Defense
- Jets Defense In a Tough Spot In Week 5
Week 5 Fantasy Football Defense (D/ST) Rankings
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| D/ST Tier | D/ST Rank | D/ST Name | Position |
| 1 | 1 | Denver Broncos | DST |
| 1 | 2 | Seattle Seahawks | DST |
| 1 | 3 | New England Patriots | DST |
| 1 | 4 | Chicago Bears | DST |
| 2 | 5 | New York Jets | DST |
| 2 | 6 | Minnesota Vikings | DST |
| 3 | 7 | San Francisco 49ers | DST |
| 3 | 8 | Miami Dolphins | DST |
| 3 | 9 | Kansas City Chiefs | DST |
| 3 | 10 | Green Bay Packers | DST |
| 4 | 11 | Pittsburgh Steelers | DST |
| 4 | 12 | Baltimore Ravens | DST |
| 4 | 13 | Dallas Cowboys | DST |
| 4 | 14 | Las Vegas Raiders | DST |
| 4 | 15 | Indianapolis Colts | DST |
| 5 | 16 | Tampa Bay Buccaneers | DST |
| 5 | 17 | Washington Commanders | DST |
| 5 | 18 | Atlanta Falcons | DST |
| 5 | 19 | Cleveland Browns | DST |
| 5 | 20 | New Orleans Saints | DST |
| 5 | 21 | Buffalo Bills | DST |
| 6 | 22 | Houston Texans | DST |
| 6 | 23 | New York Giants | DST |
| 6 | 24 | Jacksonville Jaguars | DST |
| 6 | 25 | Carolina Panthers | DST |
| 6 | 26 | Los Angeles Rams | DST |
| 6 | 27 | Cincinnati Bengals | DST |
| 6 | 28 | Arizona Cardinals | DST |
Week 5 Defense Outlooks for Fantasy Football
Chicago Bears DST - Fantasy Football Outlook
The Chicago Bears' defense and special teams aim to maintain their strong performance against the Carolina Panthers this week. While some may be hesitant to back the Bears due to the Panthers averaging 30 points per game with former Bear Andy Dalton at quarterback, the Bears represent the most formidable challenge Dalton has faced.
Dalton boasts a 66.2% completion rate in his two starts and averages 269.5 passing yards per game. This improved play has contributed to wide receiver Diontae Johnson achieving back-to-back games with over seven catches, 80 receiving yards, and a touchdown for the first time in his career.
The Bears have yet to allow more than 21 points in a game and are tied for third in the NFL with eight takeaways. Expect the Bears to slightly disrupt Dalton's resurgence and force him into a turnover or two.
- Martin Grisko, RotoBaller
New York Jets DST - Fantasy Football Outlook
The New York Jets defense will look to slow down a hot Minnesota Vikings offense in Week 5's London game. The Vikings have been a pleasant surprise on offense this season, ranking fourth in the league in points scored per game (29.0) and 10th in yards per game (356.8).
The Jets boast a quality defense but fantasy managers should temper expectations for them heading into Week 5. With the Vikings installed as 2.5-point favorites, the Jets settle in outside of the top-12 fantasy defenses this weekend.
- Matt T., RotoBaller
Las Vegas Raiders DST - Fantasy Football Outlook
The Las Vegas Raiders DST has a great matchup and will face the Denver Broncos in Week 5. Denver's offense has struggled this season, putting the Raiders' DST on the streaming radar for this week. Las Vegas has lacked production all season.
The Raiders have just two takeaways (tied for second last in the NFL) and eight sacks (tied for fourth last) through four games. Las Vegas has allowed 316, 383, 437, and 241 yards in their four games, allowing an average of 22.75 points per game. They have no defensive or special teams touchdowns.
Despite the lack of production, the Raiders are ranked 15th among all fantasy team defenses in the latest RotoBaller rankings and can be used as a streamer with the plus matchup
- John Johnson, RotoBaller
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