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Week 11 IDP Rankings for Fantasy Football (2024) - Defense Positional Rankings for LB, DL, DB

Chicago Bears Defense - Jaquan Brisker, DST, D/ST, Rankings, Streamers

At the outset of every season, I warn fantasy fans and rankers alike not to overvalue the preseason strength of schedule rankings. Those ratings rely largely on player and unit performance from the previous year, which is not always consistent. Whether it's player migration, age, coaching changes, or all of the above, you will see opposing units over and underperform each year.

We mention this because we consistently see changes in what is and is not a strong matchup for fantasy defenders. As previously mentioned, the Giants' pass-blocking unit performed adequately until Andrew Thomas went down. The same goes for the Eagles’ and Vikings’ left side. Now, Tristan Wirfs could be out, drastically improving the odds of opposing pass-rushers.

Of all the teams hurt by turning tides, the Chicago Bears offense was arguably hit hardest. While advanced metrics liked their pass-blockers to start the year, and they rank just 23rd in pass-blocking, injuries have hit every starter on their O-line. With those injuries and a QB who holds the ball too long, Chicago now allows the second-most sacks per game and most since Week 7.

Be sure to check all of our fantasy football rankings for 2024:

 

IDP Scoring System for Rankings

6-points per Defensive Touchdown

4-points per Forced Turnover (FF/INT)

3-points per Sack

2- points per PD, FR, Safety

1-point Solo Tackle

0.5-points Assisted Tackle

Note: These rankings are also based on leagues that start one player at each defensive position (DL, LB, DB) and two DFLEX.

 

Top Fantasy Defensive Linemen of the Week

Rank Player Team Opponent
1 T.J. Watt Steelers Ravens
2 Myles Garrett Browns Saints
3 Micah Parsons Cowboys Texans
4 Maxx Crosby Raiders Dolphins
5 Andrew Van Ginkel Vikings Titans
6 Nick Bosa 49ers Seahawks
7 Trey Hendrickson Bengals Chargers
8 Keion White Patriots Rams
9 Jared Verse Rams Patriots
10 Will Anderson Jr. (Q) Texans Cowboys
11 Jonathon Cooper Broncos Falcons
12 DeForest Buckner Colts Jets
13 Harold Landry III Titans Vikings
14 Greg Rousseau Bills Chiefs
15 Danielle Hunter Texans Cowboys
16 Khalil Mack (Q) Chargers Bengals
17 Montez Sweat (Q) Bears Packers
18 Josh Hines-Allen Jaguars Lions
19 Travon Walker Jaguars Lions
20 Derick Hall Seahawks 49ers
21 Will McDonald IV Jets Colts
22 Zach Allen Broncos Falcons
23 Jonathan Greenard Vikings Titans
24 Boye Mafe Seahawks 49ers
25 Byron Young Rams Patriots
26 Cameron Heyward Steelers Ravens
27 Ed Oliver Bills Chiefs
28 Nik Bonitto Broncos Falcons
29 Rashan Gary Packers Bears
30 Tuli Tuipulotu Chargers Bengals
31 Dante Fowler Jr. Commanders Eagles
32 Jeffery Simmons Titans Vikings
33 Josh Sweat Eagles Commanders
34 Sam Hubbard Bengals Chargers
35 Carl Granderson Saints Browns
36 Quinnen Williams Jets Colts
37 Harrison Phillips Vikings Titans
38 Bud Dupree Chargers Bengals
39 Kwity Paye Colts Jets
40 Chris Jones Chiefs Bills
41 Joey Bosa Chargers Bengals
42 Jalen Carter Eagles Commanders
43 Grover Stewart Colts Jets
44 Calais Campbell Dolphins Raiders
45 Kobie Turner Rams Patriots
46 Za’Darius Smith (Q) Lions Jaguars
47 Preston Smith Steelers Ravens
48 Anfernee Jennings Patriots Rams
49 Leonard Floyd 49ers Seahawks
50 Laiatu Latu Colts Jets

 

DL Riser of the Week

Tuli Tuipulotu, Los Angeles Chargers

We warned you weeks ago that Tuipulotu's ascension could spell decreased playing time for both Joey Bosa and Khalil Mack once Bosa was healthy. So far, that prediction has proven prescient as Bosa's snaps have been limited and Mack’s are down, though Mack’s numbers are skewed by the fact he missed most of last week.

Whether or not Mack and Bosa have been active and healthy, Tuipulotu has played over 65% of Los Angeles' defensive snaps in every game since Week 2. Better yet, his pass-rush efficiency and production over the past three weeks have been transcendent.

While a player of Tuipulotu's skill set can't keep up his recent three-week pace, the former Trojan’s playing time and role on a sturdy defense are attractive. He's also DL23 in fantasy points per game but is just the 75th-most-rostered DL, meaning he’s under-rostered. Even if his sacks slow down, Tuipulotu should be rostered in more leagues.

 

DL Disappointment of the Week

Chris Jones, Kansas City Chiefs

Despite an extended cold streak that has seen Jones go sackless in five straight games, he is still the 27th-most-rostered DL in fantasy. This is likely because of name recognition and a general acceptance that he remains one of the better pass-rushers in the NFL. Odds also favor Jones returning to elite production, though not this week.

The Bills are tied for the fewest sacks allowed in the NFL. Their pass-blocking grades also rank seventh best in the league, which is actually best amongst the teams who have allowed the fewest sacks. This is despite the fact Josh Allen has the third-highest scramble rate in the league.

This year is not the first in which Buffalo has allowed the fewest sacks in the NFL, either. It was first in that metric in 2021 and 2023 as well. Allen is simply hard to bring down, and Buffalo's play-calling allows for few sack opportunities. That is why Jones totaled just 2.5 fantasy points in a combined two matchups against the Bills last year.

 

Top Fantasy Linebackers of the Week

Rank Player Team Opponent
1 Zack Baun Eagles Commanders
2 Fred Warner 49ers Seahawks
3 Zaire Franklin Colts Jets
4 Foyesade Oluokun Jaguars Lions
5 Roquan Smith Ravens Steelers
6 Ernest Jones IV Seahawks 49ers
7 Jamien Sherwood Jets Colts
8 E.J. Speed Colts Jets
9 Robert Spillane Raiders Dolphins
10 DeMarvion Overshown (Q) Cowboys Texans
11 Bobby Wagner Commanders Eagles
12 Quay Walker Packers Bears
13 Daiyan Henley Chargers Bengals
14 Logan Wilson Bengals Chargers
15 Eric Kendricks Cowboys Texans
16 Terrel Bernard (Q) Bills Chiefs
17 Dorian Williams Bills Chiefs
18 Germaine Pratt Bengals Chargers
19 Blake Cashman Vikings Titans
20 Nick Bolton Chiefs Bills
21 T.J. Edwards Bears Packers
22 Jack Gibbens Titans Vikings
23 Azeez Al-Shaair Texans Cowboys
24 Jordyn Brooks Dolphins Raiders
25 Ivan Pace Jr. Vikings Titans
26 Edgerrin Cooper Packers Bears
27 Christian Rozeboom Rams Patriots
28 Nakobe Dean (Q) Eagles Commanders
29 Quincy Williams Jets Colts
30 Demario Davis Saints Browns
31 T.J. Watt Steelers Ravens
32 Jack Campbell Lions Jaguars
33 Kaden Elliss Falcons Broncos
34 Jordan Hicks Browns Saints
35 Frankie Luvu Commanders Eagles
36 Devin Lloyd Jaguars Lions
37 Cody Barton Broncos Falcons
38 Tremaine Edmunds Bears Packers
39 Alex Anzalone Lions Jaguars
40 Patrick Queen Steelers Ravens
41 Henry To’oTo’o (Q) Texans Cowboys
42 Trenton Simpson Ravens Steelers
43 Nathan Landman Falcons Broncos
44 Troy Andersen (Q) Falcons Broncos
45 Omar Speights Rams Patriots
46 Drue Tranquill Chiefs Bills
47 David Long Jr. Dolphins Raiders
48 Kenneth Murray Jr. (Q) Titans Vikings
49 Jahlani Tavai Patriots Rams
50 Ventrell Miller Jaguars Lions

 

LB Riser of the Week

Matt Milano, Buffalo Bills

Matt Milano hasn’t played football in a year, but he’s been a steady LB3 option that many IDP managers like even more than that. While rankers like yours truly value Milano’s coverage skills and big-play ability, his tackle numbers have never been good enough to consistently rank him as an LB2  in Standard IDP scoring.

Why are we talking about Milano and his past production? Well, the Bills have designated him to return from injury. Buffalo’s coaching staff will not say when or how often he will play, but it has said it has a “vision” for his return. It’s unclear what that means.

It’s also unclear how Milano’s return will impact Dorian Williams, who has filled in well for Milano this season. In fact, for Standard IDP scoring leagues, it is Williams and not Milano who has been the more effective and consistent fantasy producer. Many of us have to hope Milano will not take Williams off the field … though it’s likely he will.

Whether you love Milano as a fantasy asset or not, he is a quality NFL player who thrives in coverage. Milano is by far the best coverage linebacker the Bills have when healthy. That likely means a healthy Milano will play with Terrel Bernard on passing downs, giving Milano an attractive fantasy role and limiting Williams’ opportunities.

 

LB Disappointment of the Week

Tyrel Dodson, Formerly of the Seattle Seahawks

Dodson is LB29 in fantasy points per game, LB23 in total fantasy points, and he leads Seattle in total tackles. He’s also the 31st-most-rostered linebacker in fantasy, meaning a lot of people rostered him through the bye last weekend. Carrying a defender through the bye indicates manager faith and loyalty, which he should no longer have.

We mention these factors because the Seahawks unceremoniously released Dodson on Monday. This is news that went underreported, so casual IDP managers may not know. Of those who are aware, some may want to hang onto Dodson in hopes he catches on with another team and continues his high-end LB3 run.

Those hanging onto Dodson can feel free to drop him unless you're in a truly deep league. None of his advanced metrics are strong, and Seattle cut him after reportedly doing a film binge on its roster. After a deep dive into the problems with its team, Seattle didn’t just decide to bench Dodson. It decided to cut a player it started all season.

Going off the one-year, $4.26 million deal he signed with Seattle, it’s safe to say Dodson wasn’t sought after this offseason. Seattle paid minimal money to make him its MIKE, then it traded for his replacement not halfway through the season. It’s unlikely some other team will want him playing a significant role when neither Buffalo nor Seattle did.

 

Top Fantasy Defensive Backs of the Week

Rank Player Team Opponent
1 Brian Branch Lions Jaguars
2 Kyle Hamilton (Q) Ravens Steelers
3 Nick Cross Colts Jets
4 Julian Love Seahawks 49ers
5 Derwin James Jr. Chargers Bengals
6 Jessie Bates III Falcons Broncos
7 Jaquan Brisker (Q) Bears Packers
8 Xavier McKinney Packers Bears
9 Alontae Taylor Saints Browns
10 Kerby Joseph Lions Jaguars
11 Jalen Pitre Texans Cowboys
12 Julian Blackmon Colts Jets
13 Tre’von Moehrig Raiders Dolphins
14 Quentin Lake Rams Patriots
15 Marlon Humphrey Ravens Steelers
16 DeShon Elliott Steelers Ravens
17 Kyle Dugger (Q) Patriots Rams
18 Deommodore Lenoir 49ers Seahawks
19 Brandon Jones Broncos Falcons
20 Devon Witherspoon Seahawks 49ers
21 Jeremy Chinn Commanders Eagles
22 Camryn Bynum Vikings Titans
23 Tyrique Stevenson Bears Packers
24 Jaylon Jones Colts Jets
25 Damar Hamlin Bills Chiefs
26 Tony Adams (Q) Jets Colts
27 Taron Johnson Bills Chiefs
28 Kenny Moore II Colts Jets
29 Josh Metellus Vikings Titans
30 Minkah Fitzpatrick Steelers Ravens
31 Reed Blankenship Eagles Commanders
32 Ji’Ayir Brown 49ers Seahawks
33 Derek Stingley Jr. Texans Cowboys
34 Keisean Nixon Packers Bears
35 Grant Delpit Browns Saints
36 Josh Jobe Seahawks 49ers
37 Riley Moss Broncos Falcons
38 Charvarius Ward (Q) 49ers Seahawks
39 Jevon Holland Dolphins Raiders
40 Malik Mustapha 49ers Seahawks
41 Kevin Byard Bears Packers
42 Kamren Kinchens Rams Patriots
43 Amani Hooker Titans Vikings
44 Byron Murphy Jr. Vikings Titans
45 DaRon Bland (Q) Cowboys Texans
46 Roger McCreary Titans Vikings
47 Mike Sainristil Commanders Eagles
48 Kamren Curl Rams Patriots
49 Javon Bullard Packers Bear
50 Bryan Cook Chiefs Bills

 

DB Riser of the Week

Jeremy Chinn, Washington Commanders

Jeremy Chinn, a former favorite of ours and my top sleeper going into his rookie campaign, fell off the fantasy radar for an extended period. One of the primary reasons for that fall was the Carolina Panthers' leadership, which we all know has shown such good judgment, simply didn't seem to like him.

Chinn is experiencing a career renaissance with Washington. He has two straight games with 13 total tackles, and he's totaled eight or more takedowns in four of his past seven games. His usage and matchup with a run-oriented Eagles offense are also encouraging.

Chinn is firmly back in the starting fantasy conversation after a long layoff.

 

DB Disappointment of the Week

Jaquan Brisker, Chicago Bears

Unfortunately, this category is designated as a "disappointment," given that our worry with Brisker is entirely injury-related. To make it clear, we hope Brisker recovers from his concussion issues and that his status should not be considered a "disappointment." Rather, you should simply be prepared for the fantasy fallout.

It is incredibly disconcerting when a player has to miss a month due to a concussion. While we are not medical experts, other players who have experienced such prolonged symptoms (see Tua Tagovailoa) have been considered early retirement candidates by some doctors and analysts. Bears media is already sounding that alarm for Brisker.

Because the talent and fantasy production are all there, we must rank Brisker in our top 10 until he is ruled out this week. If he clears protocol and is a full-go, he should still be considered a DB1 in most formats. However, the risk that you carry him on your bench every week and miss out on healthier DBs until you can stick him in IR is problematic.



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