2025 Team Defense & Defense by Committee Thread (2 Viewers)

[jobarules]

Apparently only start NO defense against HOF QBs

 

[JohnnyU]

Its mostly their defense. Last I read it was only the starting C who is out on their O Line.

Don't they have several  OL starters out from as far back as November?  Or has some returned?

 

[ignatiusjreilly]

I had been assuming I would need to stream a defense Week 17 in place of Dallas for their matchup with Arizona, but the way both teams are playing right now I think I'm just going to ride them the rest of the way. Nice problem to have, especially since the potential W17 streamers aren't great.

 

[Faust]

Chargers coach Brandon Staley said Joey Bosa (reserve/COVID-19 list) will not play in Week 16 against the Texans.

Bosa was added to the COVID list alongside Austin Ekeler and center Corey Linsley earlier today. Staley added that cornerback Kemon Hall will also miss this game. Bosa is reportedly unvaccinated so it's possible that this is the first of multiple games that he's out. Luckily for LA, his first absence comes against the hapless Texans. Even without Bosa and others, the Chargers should take care of business versus Houston.

SOURCE: Gilbert Manzano on Twitter

Dec 20, 2021, 3:27 PM ET

 

[Faust]

Chiefs coach Andy Reid said he is "hoping" to get back DT Chris Jones (COVID) this week. 

He said the same about Josh Gordon and DL Willie Gay, who are also on the COVID list. All three sat out Kansas City's win over the Chargers on Thursday night. The Steelers are next up for the Chiefs on Sunday, so the trio has a full week to clear the COVID protocol. 

RELATED: 

Josh Gordon

, Willie Gay

SOURCE: Herbie Teope on Twitter

Dec 20, 2021, 1:22 PM ET

 

[BobbyLayne]

Rolling with the Pats at home v Buffalo

Also have Fins (@ NO) but I always like a BB team in a bounce back game 

 

[The Dude]

Better chances to core 15 tonight?

Eages v WFT

Rams vs Seattle

 

[BobbyLayne]

Better chances to core 15 tonight?

Eages v WFT

Rams vs Seattle

Allen (if he plays) had some good weeks a year ago but has he has barely played this year and presumably not practiced at all since he's been on the Covid list. It's either that or someone off the street. I would think Philly is the chalk play here.

 

[Leroy Hoard]

Better chances to core 15 tonight?

Eages v WFT

Rams vs Seattle

Philly.

 

[jobarules]

I don't understand yahoo. I dropped Philly def for GB on Sunday (yeah obviously horrible decision) and it says they clear waivers today yet I can't pick them back up. All other eagles players I'm able to add. Frustrating. I was hoping to stash them for next week.

 

[BobbyLayne]

I don't understand yahoo. I dropped Philly def for GB on Sunday (yeah obviously horrible decision) and it says they clear waivers today yet I can't pick them back up. All other eagles players I'm able to add. Frustrating. I was hoping to stash them for next week.

It’s bc you already held them once this week. you can’t pick them up again until after the next waiver period runs (Wednesday night/Thursday a.m. this week.) same as day one bruh - learned this one the hard way.

 

[jobarules]

It’s bc you already held them once this week. you can’t pick them up again until after the next waiver period runs (Wednesday night/Thursday a.m. this week.) same as day one bruh - learned this one the hard way.

Frustrating. Once they clear waivers they should be free for all. Nobody claimed them. Makes no sense.

 

[BobbyLayne]

Frustrating. Once they clear waivers they should be free for all. Nobody claimed them. Makes no sense.

As I understand it, the rule was put in by Yahoo to stop someone with number 1 waiver priority from having an extra roster slot by being able to drop a player Thursday-Sunday then allowing them to pick them back up when waivers run. IOW, there would be no cost to dropping a player bc you’d be guaranteed first dibs. With the rule in place it gives other owners a shot at the player. The player has to clear waivers before the owner who dropped him can pick him up again.

<<<messenger please don’t tase me

 

[jobarules]

As I understand it, the rule was put in by Yahoo to stop someone with number 1 waiver priority from having an extra roster slot by being able to drop a player Thursday-Sunday then allowing them to pick them back up when waivers run. IOW, there would be no cost to dropping a player bc you’d be guaranteed first dibs. With the rule in place it gives other owners a shot at the player. The player has to clear waivers before the owner who dropped him can pick him up again.

<<<messenger please don’t tase me

Thanks for the help. I get the reasoning but what I dont understand is Philly should have cleared waivers this morning but they didnt. 

 

[BobbyLayne]

Thanks for the help. I get the reasoning but what I dont understand is Philly should have cleared waivers this morning but they didnt. 

If the waiver time in League Settings is 1 day, I would think so. If it’s 2 days then they become a Free Agent/clear waivers tomorrow.

However, it’s also possible (guessing) the rescheduling of games and Yahoo switching waiver dates threw a wrench into it.

 

[JohnnyU]

If the waiver time in League Settings is 1 day, I would think so. If it’s 2 days then they become a Free Agent/clear waivers tomorrow.

However, it’s also possible (guessing) the rescheduling of games and Yahoo switching waiver dates threw a wrench into it.

Our waivers run on Wednesday, so we're good.  I don't think leagues should run waivers on Tuesday.  Normally having two days is good.  One in this case, but that's OK.

 

[Faust]

Jerry Jones likens 2021 defensive line to Cowboys' Super Bowl-winning fronts of the 1990s

 

[Faust]

Better chances to core 15 tonight?

Eages v WFT

Rams vs Seattle

Eagles Defense depending on what your scoring system is:

Adam Schefter @AdamSchefter

Signs continue to point to recently-signed Garrett Gilbert starting tonight at QB for the WFT, but that’s pending a final round of COVID testing for Taylor Heinicke and Kyle Allen, per sources. It is a 25-minute private flight from DC to Philly, so always a chance, however bleak.

https://twitter.com/adamschefter/status/1473343496312475652?s=21

 

[Faust]

How does the Rams defense compare to the other playoff contenders?

Ernest Jones could be Rams' defensive signal caller if Jordan Fuller is out Tuesday
 

Rams removed OLB Von Miller from the reserve/COVID-19 list. 

Miller was among a cavalcade of Rams placed on the COVID-19 list five days ago. He has a chance to play Tuesday in the Rams' delayed game against the Seahawks. It's not the best development for Russell Wilson and the Seattle passing offense. 

SOURCE: Ian Rapoport on Twitter

Dec 21, 2021, 12:53 PM ET

 

[ignatiusjreilly]

Thanks for the help. I get the reasoning but what I dont understand is Philly should have cleared waivers this morning but they didnt. 

Didn't Yahoo push waivers back a day because of the postponed games? Mine usually runs on Wed but this week it's Thu.

 

[kyoun1e]

Was originally targeting my KC D vs PIT. Now with the Covid breakout not so sure. Could be enough to slow them down.

 

[jobarules]

Didn't Yahoo push waivers back a day because of the postponed games? Mine usually runs on Wed but this week it's Thu.

Philly still hasnt played so I would have thought I could pick them up for free today but since I dropped them on Sunday it seems I cant.

 

[Faust]

QB Garrett Gilbert to start for Washington vs. Eagles; Taylor Heinicke still in COVID-19 protocols

 

[ignatiusjreilly]

What do people think of Chicago as a Week 17 streamer, potentially facing Jake Fromm State Farm? 

 

[JohnnyU]

What do people think of Chicago as a Week 17 streamer, potentially facing Jake Fromm State Farm? 

Clever

 

[ignatiusjreilly]

Clever

Full disclosure: I stole that joke from Fromm's own Twitter account.

 

[rockaction]

Didn't Yahoo push waivers back a day because of the postponed games? Mine usually runs on Wed but this week it's Thu.

I thought so. It was a big, orange banner, but it's no longer there and I'm no longer positive. 

 

[JohnnyU]

I wouldn't be surprised if the Eagles were the #1 fantasy defense this week.

Well, that was BS, but they did win my game for me (needed 3.66 points) even though they didn't set the woods on fire.  My two other defenses scored 1 point respectively. 

 

[Faust]

Even with rookie phenom Micah Parsons, Cowboys' defense 'ain't about one player 

 

[DocHolliday]

Well, that was BS, but they did win my game for me (needed 3.66 points) even though they didn't set the woods on fire.  My two other defenses scored 1 point respectively. 

That crazy INT really hurt since that resulted in a short field and points.   The Eagles did ok but not dominant against an undermanned team.  

 

[BobbyLayne]

Guess I’m roll with NE v Bills

Other choice is MIA @ NO - tempting bc the Saints seem to have so much dysfunction rn. Both OT hurt, basically don’t have a single impact player besides Kamara.

Matchup aside, just think I should go with the one that’s been the best fantasy DST m it at of the year. Am I way off here?

 

[BobbyLayne]

Weekly Reddit rankings post from u/Subvertadown -- Week 16 projections as of 12/22/2021 22:23:53

1. Eagles
   
2. Bucs
   
3. Saints
   
4. Cowboys
   
5. Chargers
   
6. Chiefs
   
7. Jaguars
   
8. Falcons
   
9. Packers
   
10. Seahawks
    

Best ROS (weeks 16 & 17): Patriots

 

[kyoun1e]

Weekly Reddit rankings post from u/Subvertadown -- Week 16 projections as of 12/22/2021 22:23:53

1. Eagles
   
2. Bucs
   
3. Saints
   
4. Cowboys
   
5. Chargers
   
6. Chiefs
   
7. Jaguars
   
8. Falcons
   
9. Packers
   
10. Seahawks
    

Best ROS (weeks 16 & 17): Patriots

Lucky to be holding both PHI and TB. Right now rolling with TB @CAR. Sounds like there's a chance M. Rhule is going to alternate Cam and Darnold...and both can be turnover machines.

Think I need upside though. I'm rocked with injuries and Covid. Ceiling play may be PHI despite being a lousier D. They didn't exactly knock it out of the park against a depleted WASH offense.

 

[icehouse]

How high do the Dolphins rank now, considering the Saints QB situation?

 

[tricky92]

How high do the Dolphins rank now, considering the Saints QB situation?

Does Kamara push for 25+ rushes? Might limit opportunities for the Dolphins defense in fantasy, but help in real life?

 

[Faust]

Chiefs activated CB Charvarius Ward from the reserve/COVID-19 list. 

Ward ended up spending only three days on the list, missing zero games. He was reported as COVID positive, so this is quite a fast turnaround to negative. An every-down player, Ward's presence will be a big boost vs. the Steelers' Dionte Johnson/Chase Claypool-led receiver corps. 

Dec 23, 2021, 2:49 PM ET

Chiefs activated DT Chris Jones from the reserve/COVID-19 list.

It's a big boost for the Kansas City defense, which actually struggled a bit without him on Thursday night. (Granted, the Chargers are a game opponent.) Jones should go right back to being a game-wrecker on Sunday against a beleaguered Steelers interior line. 

Dec 23, 2021, 2:49 PM ET

 

[Epic]

KC vs Pitt (I have Najee lol)

GB vs Cleve

Miami vs NO (I have Kamara lol)

ugh the struggle, help!

 

[Team Smokin']

KC vs Pitt (I have Najee lol)

GB vs Cleve

Miami vs NO (I have Kamara lol)

ugh the struggle, help!

CIN or SEABAGS? LOL 

 

[Faust]

Baltimore Ravens down to 13 defensive players for Wednesday's practice due to COVID

 

[TampaMike19]

How high do the Dolphins rank now, considering the Saints QB situation?

Seem solid! Falcons or jets anyone?

 

[titusbramble]

Defenses of teams still in my playoffs:

• Me: Cowboys, Eagles
  
• Opponent: Falcons
  
• Other semi team 1: Cardinals
  
• Other semi team 2: Chefs, Saints
  

Can I safely drop the Eagles here or does it risk improving a potential playoff opponent either now or next week? Titans, Seahawks, Bills, Dolphins, Chargers, Pats, Ravens, 49ers, Packers, Rams, Bucs and Broncos all taken by non-playoff teams in terms of what's available on the wire, I'm going to need to drop somebody to pick up a TE if Kelce is declared out

 

[Team Smokin']

Defenses of teams still in my playoffs:

• Me: Cowboys, Eagles
  
• Opponent: Falcons
  
• Other semi team 1: Cardinals
  
• Other semi team 2: Chefs, Saints
  

Can I safely drop the Eagles here or does it risk improving a potential playoff opponent either now or next week? Titans, Seahawks, Bills, Dolphins, Chargers, Pats, Ravens, 49ers, Packers, Rams, Bucs and Broncos all taken by non-playoff teams in terms of what's available on the wire, I'm going to need to drop somebody to pick up a TE if Kelce is declared out

PHI is an attractive play this week. What about dropping them at a time when they are no longer available this week to other teams? They won't be in high demand next week. I'm starting PHI in two leagues, sitting NE in one this week and then starting DAL in another. PHI hasn't exactly lit it on fire. They had a few very nice weeks.

 

[titusbramble]

Yeah, I would be dropping Sunday morning obviously

 

[4th&inches]

Been holding/ using BUF all season, but snagged Philly for this weeks matchup. I’d be crazy NOT to start Philly, right?

 

[Team Smokin']

Been holding/ using BUF all season, but snagged Philly for this weeks matchup. I’d be crazy NOT to start Philly, right?

Such a crapshoot at D/ST. In one league that I own NE I also picked up PHI (dropped T Hill, start J Allen) so I really didn't want to start NE against Allen. Optimizing points by going PHI, which is a top 3-5 or some would say, the top D/ST for the week.

Disclaimer: anything can happen on any given Sunday. Just going with the best choice.

Week 16 PHI = NE > BUF

 

[BobbyLayne]

Rolling with the Pats at home v Buffalo

Also have Fins (@ NO) but I always like a BB team in a bounce back game 

wondering if I should rethink this with the QB situation in NOLA

 

[SoBeDad]

wondering if I should rethink this with the QB situation in NOLA

There's the Payton genius factor on offense I suppose. With a mobile QB like Book (4.65 40 time), what will Miami do? Blitz every down like they did vs Lamar? Miami hasn't blitzed that much since. 

In the preseason, Book looked decent. Threw lots of screens, avoided the blitz. After this game, there'll be a book on Book.

https://youtu.be/xbLatyAvNE0

 

[BobbyLayne]

There's the Payton genius factor on offense I suppose. With a mobile QB like Book (4.65 40 time), what will Miami do? Blitz every down like they did vs Lamar? Miami hasn't blitzed that much since. 

In the preseason, Book looked decent. Threw lots of screens, avoided the blitz. After this game, there'll be a book on Book.

https://youtu.be/xbLatyAvNE0

good stuff, thanks 

looking forward to the “Book or Huntley for Championship Week QB?” debate next week

 

[Loipz]

Huntley has covid, Josh Johnson to start after being on the team all of 10? Days. Going Cincy over Packers/Colts/Atlanta

Cincy at home against a beat up ravens secondary should score often and Trey Hendrickson should be a major force in this game 

 

[robb]

Huntley has covid, Josh Johnson to start after being on the team all of 10? Days. Going Cincy over Packers/Colts/Atlanta

Cincy at home against a beat up ravens secondary should score often and Trey Hendrickson should be a major force in this game 

Just remember what Johnson did for the Jets last time he started.