Top Fantasy Defense Picks for Week 15: Eagles, Cowboys, Texans Lead the Pack
As fantasy football managers prepare for Week 15, defensive strategies could play a pivotal role in securing a victory. While star players often dominate discussions, the right defensive pick can significantly impact your week’s outcome. This week, several defenses offer promising potential that may enhance your fantasy lineup.
Top Fantasy Defense Picks for Week 15
Based on favorable matchups and performance metrics, here are the leading defensive picks for Week 15:
- Houston Texans (vs. Arizona Cardinals)
- Seattle Seahawks (vs. Indianapolis Colts)
- Philadelphia Eagles (vs. Las Vegas Raiders)
- Chicago Bears (vs. Cleveland Browns)
- San Francisco 49ers (vs. Tennessee Titans)
- Jacksonville Jaguars (vs. New York Jets)
- Dallas Cowboys (vs. Minnesota Vikings)
- Denver Broncos (vs. Green Bay Packers)
- Cleveland Browns (at Chicago Bears)
- Green Bay Packers (at Denver Broncos)
- Carolina Panthers (at New Orleans Saints)
- Kansas City Chiefs (vs. Los Angeles Chargers)
- Miami Dolphins (at Pittsburgh Steelers)
- Baltimore Ravens (at Cincinnati Bengals)
- Los Angeles Rams (vs. Detroit Lions)
- Minnesota Vikings (at Dallas Cowboys)
- Pittsburgh Steelers (vs. Miami Dolphins)
- Los Angeles Chargers (at Kansas City Chiefs)
- New York Jets (at Jacksonville Jaguars)
- New York Giants (vs. Washington)
- Indianapolis Colts (at Seattle Seahawks)
- Detroit Lions (at Los Angeles Rams)
- Buffalo Bills (at New England Patriots)
- Atlanta Falcons (at Tampa Bay Buccaneers)
- New England Patriots (vs. Buffalo Bills)
- New Orleans Saints (vs. Carolina Panthers)
Key Defensive Matchups
This week, the Seattle Seahawks face off against rookie quarterback Riley Leonard. Leonard’s first start places him against one of the top defenses in fantasy, further boosting the Seahawks’ streaming appeal.
On the other side, the Chicago Bears also have a favorable matchup against the Cleveland Browns. The Browns, despite improvement, are giving up the fourth-most fantasy points per game to opposing defenses. This could be a critical opportunity for the Bears to capitalize with increased chances for sacks and turnovers.
Defense plays a crucial role in fantasy football, especially during the playoffs. Analyzing matchups and recent performances can help managers navigate this crucial decision. Make sure to take these considerations into account as you finalize your lineup for Week 15.
