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Charles Curtis

Fantasy football defense rankings, Week 13: From elite to streamable

You’ve got your fantasy football lineup all but set for the week, with a few tweaks to be made here and there as Sunday’s slate of games is ready to kick off.

But you’re trying to optimize your lineup to make sure you get the most points. And that’s why you have to make sure your D/ST position has the best possible squad to win you the week.

That’s what these rankings will help with: A look at the elite, solid, and streamable options that could win you some virtual games in your league.

Let’s break down the Week 13 D/ST tiers:

Elite

(AP Photo/Ron Jenkins)

1. Dallas Cowboys (vs. Colts)

2. Seattle Seahawks (at Rams)

3. Cleveland Browns (at Texans)

4. Baltimore Ravens (vs. Broncos)

5. Tampa Bay Buccaneers (vs. Saints)

Love all five of these matchups.

Solid

(AP Photo/Evan Vucci)

6. Washington Commanders (at Giants)

7. New York Jets (at Vikings)

8. Philadelphia Eagles (vs. Titans)

9. San Francisco 49ers (vs. Dolphins)

10. Pittsburgh Steelers (at Falcons)

Maybe I should have the Steelers higher if T.J. Watt plays?

Streaming options

11. Atlanta Falcons (vs. Steelers)

12. Minnesota Vikings (vs. Jets)

13. New York Giants (vs. Commanders)

Not the best of options, to be honest.

Throw a dart if you're desperate

New Orleans Saints (at Buccaneers)

Maybe Tom Brady struggles?

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