Week 15 IDP Rankings for Fantasy Football (2024) - Defense Positional Rankings for LB, DL, DB

As the fantasy playoffs start in full, now is a time to educate those too young to remember a scoring system called “rotisserie." It's a system still used in fantasy baseball and basketball, but some may not know it was once applied to fantasy football. Today, it appears to be a relic largely used in […]

Nick Bosa, Trent Williams Do Not Practice On Tuesday

San Francisco 49ers defensive end Nick Bosa (oblique) and left tackle Trent Williams (ankle, personal) both picked up DNPs at the team's walkthrough practice on Tuesday for the second straight day this week. Both Bosa and Williams have missed each of the team's last three games due to their respective injuries, and with a quick […]

Greg Newsome II Lands On Injured Reserve

The Cleveland Browns placed cornerback Greg Newsome II (hamstring) on Injured Reserve on Tuesday due to a hamstring injury. The 2021 first-round pick out of Northwestern has played in all 13 games this season, racking up 27 total tackles, one interception, and five pass deflections. With just four games to go, a trip on IR […]

Defensive Lineman Henry Anderson Announces Retirement

Former Indianapolis Colts, New York Jets, New England Patriots, and Carolina Panthers defensive lineman Henry Anderson announced his retirement on Tuesday. The 2015 third-round pick by the Colts out of Stanford appeared in 89 NFL games and compiled 188 tackles, 11.5 sacks, one forced fumble, one fumble recovery, eight pass deflections, and 20.5 run stuffs. […]

DeMarvion Overshown Expected To Need Knee Surgery

Dallas Cowboys owner and general manager Jerry Jones said on 105.3 The Fan on Tuesday that linebacker DeMarvion Overshown (knee) will require surgery after injuring his right knee in the Monday night loss to the Cincinnati Bengals. Head coach Mike McCarthy said "it's of a serious nature" and "it's not good," with a source saying […]

DeMarvion Overshown Ruled Out On Monday Night With Knee Injury

Dallas Cowboys rookie linebacker DeMarvion Overshown (knee) suffered a knee injury in the Monday night contest against the Cincinnati Bengals in Week 14 and will not return to the game. Overshown's knee was injured in the fourth quarter when Ted Karras fell on his leg, and he had to be helped off the field by […]

No Timeline For Nick Bosa, Trent Williams

San Francisco 49ers defensive end Nick Bosa (oblique) and left tackle Trent Williams (ankle, personal) are both still being evaluated on a day by day basis and there's no clear sign on whether they'll be able to return for a Thursday night showdown against the visiting division-rival Los Angeles Rams. Neither Bosa nor Williams were […]

Trevon Diggs Returns On Monday Night

Dallas Cowboys cornerback Trevon Diggs (groin, knee) was officially active for the Monday night contest in Dallas against the visiting Cincinnati Bengals after missing the last two games with a knee injury. Diggs will return as a starter on the boundary, and backup corner Josh Butler (knee) has been placed on Injured Reserve with a […]

Aidan Hutchinson Could Be Ready For NFC Championship

FOX Sports' Jay Glazer said on Sunday that Detroit Lions star pass-rusher Aidan Hutchinson (leg) has been doing some running on an underwater treadmill and can also walk without the assistance of a cane after breaking his leg back in Week 6 in the win over the Dallas Cowboys. If Hutchinson continues to progress in […]

Antoine Winfield To Miss "A Couple" Games

Tampa Bay Buccaneers head coach Todd Bowles said that star safety Antoine Winfield (knee) suffered a knee injury in the Week 14 win over the Las Vegas Raiders and will miss "a couple" of games. Winfield will almost certainly not play in the Week 15 contest against the Los Angeles Chargers and could also be […]

Titans Defense Productive Despite Loss To Divisional Foe

The Tennessee Titans defense allowed 10 points, forced two turnovers, and registered one sack during Sunday's Week 14 loss to the Jacksonville Jaguars. Otis Reese IV led the way with his two quarterback hits, one tackle for loss, and one interception. Chidobe Awuzie also registered an interception. Meanwhile, Harold Landry picked up one sack and […]

Eagles Defense Quiet In Loss To Panthers

The Philadelphia Eagles' defense allowed 16 points, registered one sack, and forced one turnover during Sunday's Week 14 win over the Carolina Panthers. Zack Baun delivered the sack, as well as 11 tackles. Meanwhile, C.J. Gardner-Johnson intercepted Bryce Young and defended two of his passes. It was an underwhelming day for an Eagles defense that […]

Rasul Douglas Exits Loss To The Rams Twice

Buffalo Bills defensive back Rasul Douglas (knee, back) was forced from his team's 44-42 loss to the Los Angeles Rams twice on Sunday. Late in the third quarter, Douglas left the outing after a Rams scoring play with a back injury but was cleared to return and did so the next time he was needed. […]

Raiders Defense Turns Over Bucs Three Times Sunday

The Las Vegas Raiders' defense forced three turnovers, registered four sacks, and allowed 28 points during Sunday's Week 14 loss to the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. While the defense struggled to keep points off the board, the unit did a good job taking advantage of Baker Mayfield's mistakes through the air and applying pressure frequently. Defensive […]

Jaycee Horn Questionable To Return In Week 14

Carolina Panthers cornerback Jaycee Horn (groin) exited during the fourth quarter of Sunday's game against the Philadelphia Eagles. He is officially questionable to return. At the time of his departure, Horn had registered six total tackles, bringing his season total to 62. The severity of his injury is unknown, but it was evidently enough to […]

Jared Verse Suiting Up In Week 14

Los Angeles Rams linebacker Jared Verse (ankle) is officially active for Sunday's Week 14 contest against the Buffalo Bills. He had been listed as questionable after logging a limited practice on Friday. Verse has been a key contributor in his first NFL season, tallying 54 tackles, 4.5 sacks, two forced fumbles, and one fumble recovery […]

Antoine Winfield Won't Return Against Raiders

Tampa Bay Buccaneers safety Antoine Winfield (knee) injured his knee in the first half of Sunday's game against the Las Vegas Raiders and was originally ruled questionable to return. He has since been downgraded to out and will be sidelined for the rest of this contest. He didn't register any stats before leaving, and Kaevon […]

Sauce Gardner Inactive Against Dolphins On Sunday

New York Jets cornerback Sauce Gardner (hamstring) is officially inactive for Week 14 against the Miami Dolphins. This was widely expected after Gardner missed three consecutive practices and entered the weekend listed as doubtful. The talented defender has not previously missed a contest this season, registering 39 tackles, one sack, and zero interceptions through 12 […]

Jadeveon Clowney Downgraded To Out

According to Adam Schefter of ESPN, Carolina Panthers linebacker Jadeveon Clowney (knee) has been downgraded to out for Sunday's match against the Philadelphia Eagles. The 31-year-old was initially expected to play even after carrying a questionable designation following Friday's practice. However, the veteran linebacker was unable to pass clearance and will set his sights on […]

Bears Defense One To Avoid In Week 14

The Chicago Bears defense and special teams will look to bounce back in Week 14 as they face the explosive San Francisco 49ers offense. After a mixed performance in Week 13, where the Bears allowed several big plays to the Detroit Lions, they now turn their attention to Brock Purdy and a potent 49ers attack. […]

Tyson Campbell Questionable With Thigh Injury

Jacksonville Jaguars defensive back Tyson Campbell (thigh) is officially deemed questionable for his team's meeting with the Tennessee Titans in Week 14. In last weekend's 23-20 loss to the Houston Texans, Campbell picked up a thigh injury, participating in just 35 snaps (60%). He'd previously been over 90% of the team's snaps in the prior […]

Juan Thornhill Questionable For Outing Against Pittsburgh

Cleveland Browns defensive back Juan Thornhill (calf) is questionable for his team's divisional clash against the Pittsburgh Steelers. The 29-year-old injured his calf in the two franchises' last meeting -- the snow game in Week 12 -- and missed last week's outing against the Denver Broncos. After logging a DNP on Wednesday, the sixth-year veteran […]

Elijah Hicks Ruled Out Again

Chicago Bears safety Elijah Hicks (ankle) was ruled out this weekend for his team's matchup against the San Francisco 49ers. It's the third straight game he'll miss. Hicks hasn't even touched a practice field since injuring his ankle in Chicago's Week 11 outing against the Green Bay Packers -- logging a DNP for each week […]

Jared Verse Expected To Play Despite Questionable Tag

Los Angeles Rams rookie outside linebacker Jared Verse (ankle) and offensive lineman Alaric Jackson (foot) are both listed as questionable for the Week 14 game against the visiting Buffalo Bills on Sunday, but both players are expected to play, according to head coach Sean McVay. Verse, the 19th overall pick this year out of Florida […]

C.J. Mosley Heading To Injured Reserve

According to New York Jets interim head coach Jeff Ulbrich, the team is placing linebacker C.J. Mosley (neck) on Injured Reserve, which means he'll be forced to miss at least four games. Mosley is dealing with a herniated disc his neck and now will not be eligible to return to the team until the Week […]

Trent Williams Ruled Out, Nick Bosa Doubtful For Week 14

San Francisco 49ers left tackle Trent Williams (ankle, personal) has officially been ruled out for the Week 14 game against the Chicago Bears on Sunday, while defensive end Nick Bosa (oblique) is considered doubtful to play. Williams will miss his third straight game due to an ankle injury, and he's also been grieving the loss […]

Mike Edwards, Troy Hill Ruled Out For Week 14

Tampa Bay Buccaneers defensive back Troy Hill (foot) and safety Mike Edwards (hamstring) will not suit up in Week 14 to face the Las Vegas Raiders, according to Brianna Dix. Hill has been dealing with a lingering foot injury over the past two weeks but has yet to officially miss time due to it. Edwards […]

Jadeveon Clowney Expected To Play On Sunday

According to Joe Person of The Athletic, Carolina Panthers defensive end Jadeveon Clowney (knee) is expected to suit up this weekend against the Philadelphia Eagles. Despite not practicing this week and carrying a "questionable" designation, head coach Dave Canales expects the 31-year-old to be on the field. Over his past five contests, Clowney has tallied […]

Nick Bosa, Trent Williams Still Not Practicing

San Francisco 49ers defensive end Nick Bosa (oblique) and left tackle Trent Williams (ankle, personal) both remained out of practice for the second straight day this week. Bosa is on his way to missing a third straight game if he can't get cleared to play by Sunday against the visiting Chicago Bears since injuring his […]

Logan Wilson Expected To Miss Rest Of The Season After Knee Surgery

Cincinnati Bengals linebacker Logan Wilson (knee) underwent a surgical cleanup on his knee on Thursday morning and is expected to miss the rest of the regular season, according to sources. An already bad Bengals defense will lose one of their best playmakers in the middle of the field for the final games of the season. […]