Fantasy Football 2018: Ranking the top 15 defenses
By Jon Dove
15. Tennessee Titans
The Titans have really built a strong secondary that should have a major impact on the entire unit. It will help the pass rush by giving them more time to create pressure. Tennessee has solid veteran passer rushers, but any extra time will be appreciated.
Adoree’ Jackson is an electric return man who is always a threat to score some points. His aggressiveness on defense could also result in some touchdowns.
14. Green Bay Packers
Green Bay added to ball-hawking cornerbacks during the 2018 NFL Draft. Jaire Alexander and Josh Jackson won’t hesitate to jump a route to pull down an interception. In fact, Jackson already has a touchdown in the books this preseason.
The Packers should also have an improved pass rush with Muhammad Wilkerson joining the mix. A concern would be that their young secondary could give up some big plays as they work through growing pains.
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13. Tampa Bay Buccaneers
Tampa Bay’s front four has a chance to be a real dynamic group. The additions of Jason Pierre-Paul, Vinny Curry and Vita Vea should provide immediate results. Gerald McCoy is also still in the mix generating pressure from the interior.
The Buccaneers to have some questions in the secondary which means there will be more pressure on the front for to produce.
12. New Orleans Saints
The Saints defense is a very young unit that loves to play fast. They showed last year that they can create turnovers and wreak some havoc. The addition of rookie Marcus Davenport could help bolster the pass rush.
11. Pittsburgh Steelers
T.J. Watt and Bud Dupree are the keys to Pittsburgh’s value in fantasy. They both have the potential to top the double-digit sack mark, but there’s also room for disappointment.