Patriots Defense Salvages Loss With Scoop-And-Score TD

The New England Patriots defense allowed 34 points, tallied two sacks, and delivered a fumble-recovery touchdown during Week 12 against the Miami Dolphins. While Miami's offense seemed to have its way against New England, the Patriots' defense was able to salvage this week's performance by scoring their first touchdown of the season. Christian Barmore and […]

Texans D/ST Records Eight Sacks, Another TD

Despite a 32-27 home loss to Tennessee, the Houston Texans defense/special teams put together a big fantasy day with eight sacks, three turnovers, and another defensive touchdown. The Texans, who also scored last week against Dallas, found the end zone Sunday when safety Jimmie Ward nabbed a pass from Titans quarterback Will Levis and returned […]

Jalen Pitre Done For Week 12

Houston Texans safety Jalen Pitre (shoulder) has been downgraded to out and will not return Sunday against the Tennessee Titans. The 25-year-old registered one tackle prior to exiting, so he now has 65 tackles, one forced fumble, and one interception in 2024. Jimmie Ward and M.J. Stewart will earn more opportunities for the duration of […]

Kyle Dugger, Christian Gonzalez Active Versus Miami

New England Patriots safety Kyle Dugger (ankle) and cornerback Christian Gonzalez (hip) are active for Week 12 against the Miami Dolphins. Both players had been listed as questionable after logging a limited practice session on Friday. Dugger has appeared in seven games this season, amassing 36 tackles, one sack, and one forced fumble. Meanwhile, Gonzalez […]

Trent Williams Expected To Play In Week 12

San Francisco 49ers left tackle Trent Williams (ankle) is currently listed as questionable ahead of the Week 12 matchup against the Green Bay Packers. Williams has sat out practice all week but is still expected to suit up this weekend. The organization is hopeful that Williams can work through his ankle soreness during pregame warmups. […]

Chargers Defense Better Left Benched In Week 12

The Los Angeles Chargers defense is better left on the bench in Week 12 fantasy lineups. The Bolts will face off against the Baltimore Ravens on Monday Night Football, and even though the Chargers defense has been one of the best in the league this season, the Ravens offense has proven to essentially be matchup […]

Ravens Defense Not A Good Streaming Option In Week 12

The Baltimore Ravens defense/special teams put up an average performance in fantasy terms against the Pittsburgh Steelers in Week 11. They forced an interception, collected four sacks, and only allowed 18 points. The bad part is that was one of their best weeks of the season. The Los Angeles Chargers, their Week 12 opponent, haven't […]

Akayleb Evans Cut By Vikings

Minnesota Vikings defensive back Akayleb Evans has been waived by the organization on Saturday. This seems like a bit of an odd move considering Evans was a full-time starter last season. He finished with 65 tackles, three fumbles forced, and one interception in 15 games with the Vikings in 2023. Since then, Evans has mainly […]

D.J. Humphries Signing With Chiefs

The Kansas City Chiefs have agreed to terms on a deal with free-agent offensive tackle D.J. Humphries on Friday. Humphries was medically cleared this week from a torn ACL that he suffered last season. Humphries is a 10-year veteran who most recently played with the Arizona Cardinals. The Chiefs have decided to bolster their roster […]

Roquan Smith Listed As Questionable For Monday

Baltimore Ravens linebacker Roquan Smith (hamstring) is currently listed as questionable ahead of the Monday Night matchup against the Los Angeles Chargers. Smith was forced to exit early during last week's loss to the Pittsburgh Steelers due to a hamstring issue. The stud linebacker has been unable to practice all week, which puts his status […]

Kayvon Thibodeaux Activated From IR, Expected To Play Sunday

New York Giants edge rusher Kayvon Thibodeaux (wrist) has been activated from Injured Reserve ahead of Week 12 versus the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. The 23-year-old is technically listed as questionable, but he's expected to play on Sunday now that New York has elevated him to its 53-man roster. Thibodeaux, who is coming off two full […]

Trevon Diggs, Zack Martin Won't Play Sunday

Dallas Cowboys cornerback Trevon Diggs (groin, knee) and guard Zack Martin (ankle, shoulder) have both been downgraded to out ahead of Week 12 versus the Washington Commanders. Diggs had previously been listed as questionable while Martin was doubtful. Diggs has appeared in 10 games this season, making 37 tackles and intercepting two passes. Martin has […]

49ers D/ST Not A Great Option In Week 12

The San Francisco 49ers defense/special teams unit is in Green Bay for a Week 12 matchup against the Packers. Those who started the Niners in Week 11 were rewarded with decent production, holding the Seattle Seahawks to 20 points while sacking Geno Smith four times and picking him off once. Green Bay on the road […]

Zach Allen Questionable To Face Raiders

Denver Broncos defensive end Zach Allen (heel) is listed as questionable to play on Sunday for a divisional clash against the hosting Las Vegas Raiders in Week 12. Allen was limited in practices on Wednesday and Friday while he put in a full practice on Thursday. The Broncos were giving Allen some extra rest, so […]

Lions D/ST Remains Strong Fantasy Option Against Colts

The Detroit Lions defense/special teams faces the Indianapolis Colts in Week 12 and could continue to deliver strong fantasy performances. Despite ranking poorly in receptions and passing yards allowed to opponents, Detroit has remained a top-six fantasy defense thanks to their ability to force turnovers and limit scoring. The Lions have recorded an interception in […]

Broncos D/ST Has Mouthwatering Week 12 Matchup Against Raiders

The Denver Broncos defense/special teams unit should be in starting lineups in all fantasy leagues this weekend when they head to Allegiant Stadium on Sunday to take on the division-rival Las Vegas Raiders and their floundering offense led by quarterback Gardner Minshew II, who has already been benched two separate times in 2024. In addition, […]

Week 12 Team Defense Rankings for Fantasy Football: D/ST Updates for Buccaneers D/ST, Chiefs D/ST, Commanders D/ST, Vikings D/ST, Lions D/ST

If you've struggled to get strong production out of your D/ST and need a few wins to qualify for the fantasy football playoffs, you have come to the right place. Our NFL team's Week 12 fantasy football defense (D/ST) rankings are here to guide you in setting the best optimal lineup. The Broncos, Chiefs, and Vikings […]

Rams Defense Faces Tough Task In Week 12

The Los Angeles Rams defense ranks outside the top 12 fantasy options heading into Sunday's game against the Philadelphia Eagles. The Rams have posted modest results this season, ranking 10th in fantasy points among D/ST units and posting double-digit fantasy points in their commanding win over the New England Patriots last weekend. However, the Rams […]

Eagles Defense A Streaming Option In Week 12

The Philadelphia Eagles defense will go on the road to take on the Los Angeles Rams in Week 12 on Sunday night. The defense has not given up more than 20 points since Week 4 and proved they can hold good offenses in check last week when they stifled rookie Jayden Daniels and the Washington […]

Bears D/ST A Solid Streaming Option Despite Tough Week 12 Matchup

The Chicago Bears defense and special teams will look to bounce back in Week 12 as they face the talented Minnesota Vikings in a divisional rivalry game. After a relatively strong performance in Week 11, where the Bears' defense kept things competitive despite a tough loss to the Green Bay Packers, they now shift their […]

Kansas City Defense With Favorable Matchup In Week 12

The Kansas City Chiefs defense will take on the Carolina Panthers in Week 12. The Chiefs defense gave up more than 25 points and finished a game without a sack for the first time this season in last week's loss to the Buffalo Bills. Kansas City will look to bounce back this week against the […]

Carolina Panthers DST Draw Kansas City Chiefs In Week 12

The Carolina Panthers defense ranks near the bottom of the league in every major statistical category this season. They are dead last in points allowed per game and rushing yards allowed per game. While the Kansas City offense hasn't been fireworks this year, quarterback Patrick Mahomes still commands respect. And with Kansas City coming off […]

Giants Defense Facing A Strong Bucs Offense In Week 12

The New York Giants defense faces a challenging test in Week 12 against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, whose offense ranks eighth in yards per game (361.5) and fifth in scoring (27.9 points per game). The Giants defense has been formidable against the pass, ranking fourth in the NFL by allowing just 184.2 passing yards per […]

No Reason To Start Raiders D/ST In Fantasy In Week 12

The Las Vegas Raiders defense/special teams hasn't been a startable fantasy option at any point this year and they'll face a tough test in Week 12. The Denver Broncos just obliterated the Atlanta Falcons 38-6 in Week 11. Las Vegas has fielded one of the worst defenses in the league. They rank near the bottom […]

Indianapolis Defense Not A Preferred Option In Week 12

The Indianapolis Colts will play a home game this weekend, but for fantasy managers considering using the Indy defense this week, it might be best to see what other options are available for streaming on the waiver wire. The Colts' Week 12 opponent will be the Detroit Lions, an offense that has put up the […]

Seahawks D/ST Not A Great Option In Week 12

The Seattle Seahawks defense/special teams showed up against a talented San Francisco 49ers offense in Week 11 but should be left on waivers in Week 12 against the Arizona Cardinals. The Cardinals are No. 10 against opposing D/STs in fantasy. Their offense has been relatively inconsistent this season, but they always are a threat to […]

Packers D/ST A Solid Play In Week 12 Against 49ers

The Green Bay Packers defense and special teams unit got a bit of an upgrade and should now be considered a pretty good option in fantasy lineups as the Packers host the San Francisco 49ers in Week 12. The 49ers will be without quarterback Brock Purdy (shoulder) as he was ruled out of Sunday's matchup […]

Commanders Defense An Excellent Streaming Option In Week 12

The Washington Commanders defense is shaping up to be a solid streaming option facing a struggling Dallas offense this weekend. Despite disappointing in their previous two games against the Philadelphia Eagles and Pittsburgh Steelers, fantasy managers should still consider the Washington defense, given their favorable matchup. During their past two games with Cooper Rush under […]

Nick Bosa Won't Play Against Packers

The San Francisco 49ers officially ruled defensive end Nick Bosa (hip, oblique) out for the Week 12 game on Sunday at Lambeau Field against the Green Bay Packers. Bosa was forced from the Week 11 loss to the division-rival Seattle Seahawks late in the game and was unable to return, and he couldn't get on […]

Vikings D/ST In Excellent Spot Vs. Bears

The Minnesota Vikings defense/special teams yet again has a favorable matchup on tap in Week 12 when they line up against the Chicago Bears. Minnesota's defense has been one of the most reliable fantasy units in 2024 and will get an outing against a Bears' offense that has scored more than 20 points three times […]