5 streaming defenses to target for fantasy football week 18

By Chris Nass | Jan 6, 2022

Jan 2, 2022; Cincinnati, OH, USA; Cincinnati Bengals free safety Jessie Bates (30) congratulates Cincinnati Bengals defensive tackle Larry Ogunjobi (65) for a tackle in the first quarter during a Week 17 NFL game against the Kansas City Chiefs, Sunday, Jan. 2, 2022, at Paul Brown Stadium in Cincinnati. Mandatory Credit: Kareem Elgazzar-USA TODAY Sports /

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Cincinnati Bengals defensive tackle Larry Ogunjobi (65) tackles Kansas City Chiefs running back Darrel Williams (31) in the first quarter during a Week 17 NFL game, Sunday, Jan. 2, 2022, at Paul Brown Stadium in Cincinnati.Kansas City Chiefs At Cincinnati Bengals Jan 2 /

Here are the fantasy football defenses that will definitely deliver in Week 18.

In many fantasy football leagues the championship game is already played and the trophies are handed out. But there are exceptions. Many teams that have already qualified for the NFL playoffs will be resting their starters in Week 18. That’s why it’s even more important to find the right defense for your fantasy football team.

What are the best fantasy football streaming defenses for Week 18?

5. Cincinnati Bengals (9 percent rostered) at CLE

Recommending the Cincinnati Bengals defense is a bit bold for sure. After all, the Bengals’ defense has been anything but a top defense over the last five weeks. Just 4.6 fantasy football points per game were scored by the Bengals’ defense. 13 sacks, three fumble recoveries, and two interceptions over the last five weeks, on the other hand, read pretty decent. Also, the Cincinnati Bengals are on fire right now. That could translate to the defense in the final game of the regular season.

This week, the Battle of Ohio is at Cleveland. The Browns are completely off their game right now. With 8.7 fantasy football points allowed per game, the Cleveland Browns have allowed the second-most points to opposing defenses over the last three weeks. 14 sacks allowed and six interceptions back that up.

So it could be a good matchup for the Cincinnati Bengals.

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