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The D/ST position in fantasy football is often overlooked. However, choosing the proper defense can be the key to victory or defeat each week.
AdvertisementAdvertisementAdvertisementNever start an elite NFL defense in a poor matchup, as it may not always generate fantasy points for the D/ST position. The best approach is to focus solely on matchups.
This week, managers will have a full selection to choose from, as no teams are on bye.
Here are our Week 13 D/ST fantasy rankings, best starts, sleepers, and some matchups to avoid.
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Week 13 Fantasy D/ST Rankings: Start-sit team defense lineup tips
↕️ Week 13 Fantasy Rankings: QB | RB | WR | TE | D/ST | PK | Flex
Updated 11/28:
Rk
Team Defense
OPP
Rk Chg
1
Seattle Seahawks
MIN
2
Denver Broncos
@WAS
3
Los Angeles Chargers
LV
⬆️ 1
4
New England Patriots
NYG
5
San Francisco 49ers
@CLE
6
Houston Texans
@IND
7
Indianapolis Colts
HOU
8
Buffalo Bills
@PIT
9
Atlanta Falcons
@NYJ
10
Jacksonville Jaguars
@TEN
11
Los Angeles Rams
@CAR
⬆️ 4
12
Green Bay Packers
@DET
Thanksgiving
13
Cleveland Browns
SF
14
Baltimore Ravens
CIN
Thanksgiving
15
Detroit Lions
GB
Thanksgiving
16
Tampa Bay Buccaneers
ARI
17
Arizona Cardinals
@TB
18
Philadelphia Eagles
CHI
Black Friday
19
Kansas City Chiefs
@DAL
Thanksgiving
20
New Orleans Saints
@MIA
⬆️ 1
21
Chicago Bears
@PHI
Black Friday
22
Pittsburgh Steelers
BUF
23
Minnesota Vikings
@SEA
⬇️ 2
24
Carolina Panthers
LAR
⬇️ 4
25
Las Vegas Raiders
@LAC
26
Miami Dolphins
NO
27
Tennessee Titans
JAX
28
New York Giants
@NE
29
New York Jets
ATL
⬆️ 2
30
Cincinnati Bengals
@BAL
Thanksgiving
31
Washington Commanders
DEN
32
Dallas Cowboys
KC
Thanksgiving
Who are the best fantasy defenses in Week 13?
This week features several targetable matchups at the D/ST position. Any of the units in the top five of these rankings would be a solid choice.
AdvertisementAdvertisementAdvertisementIt's tough not to keep Seattle at the top. The Seahawks' defense has not only been one of the more elite units, but it will also face a struggling young QB in J.J. McCarthy in Week 13.
Denver, New England, and the Chargers all offer great matchups. All three of these teams should control the pace of the game against inferior opponents.
Who are the best fantasy D/ST sleepers in Week 13?
It's hard to call them a sleeper, but it's important to note that the Texans are entering the conversation of being a matchup-proof defense in fantasy. The Colts are certainly not a favorable matchup; however, if the Texans can shut down the Bills, they're a good start regardless of who they play.
AdvertisementAdvertisementAdvertisementJacksonville gets the Titans, and anyone who plays them is at minimum a decent play on defense.
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