Patrick Queen A Strong Start In Week 10

Baltimore Ravens linebacker Patrick Queen is a strong start in Week 10 against a Browns team that runs the ball often. The Browns rank No. 1 with an average of 34.8 rushing attempts per game and 37.7 in the past three games. Those rushing attempts will give Ravens linebackers Queen and Roquan Smith many attempts […]

Boye Mafe Projected To Record A Sack In Week 10

Seattle Seahawks edge rusher Boye Mafe has a great matchup in Week 10 and is likely to have a sack or two this week against the Washington Commanders. The Commanders are allowing an average of 4.9 sacks per game this season, the second-most in the league. Washington QB Sam Howell has been sacked 28.0% of […]

Dorance Armstrong Has A Good Matchup In Week 10

Dallas Cowboys edge rusher Dorance Armstrong has had sacks in each of the past two games. He could continue the trend in Week 10 against a shoddy New York Giants team. The Giants offensive line is pretty bad. They rank No. 28 in PFF's Week 10 offensive-line rankings. But their quarterbacks are even worse at […]

Zaire Franklin Questionable To Face The Patriots

Indianapolis Colts linebacker Zaire Franklin (knee) is listed as questionable to play in Frankfurt, Germany, this Sunday to take on the New England Patriots in Week 10. Franklin didn't practice on Wednesday but slowly built up to a full practice on Friday, so the 27-year-old appears to have a good chance to return this weekend […]

Will Anderson Jr. Cleared To Play In Week 10

Houston Texans edge rusher Will Anderson Jr. (knee) upgraded to a full participant on Friday and has been removed from the final injury report. He will be active for Sunday's game against the Cincinnati Bengals, providing key support on defense as Houston attempts to slow down Joe Burrow and company. Through eight games this season, […]

Quay Walker, Jaire Alexander Doubtful For Week 10

Green Bay Packers head coach Matt LaFleur said that linebacker Quay Walker (groin) and cornerback Jaire Alexander (shoulder) are doubtful for the Week 10 contest against the Pittsburgh Steelers on Sunday. The good news is that the Packers don't have any long-term concerns with Walker's groin injury, but this is still a notable development with […]

Sam Hubbard Won't Play Against Texans

The Cincinnati Bengals have ruled out defensive end Sam Hubbard (ankle) for the Week 10 game against the Houston Texans. An asset in deep IDP leagues, Hubbard will now need to be moved to the bench by fantasy managers in those formats this week. The 28-year-old has started all eight games this year for Cincinnati […]

Nakobe Dean Diagnosed With Lisfranc Sprain

Philadelphia Eagles linebacker Nakobe Dean (foot) has been diagnosed with a Lisfranc sprain. According to Mike Garafolo of NFL Network, the second-year defender will see a foot specialist to determine the steps of his recovery, but he is expected to be placed on Injured Reserve. Dean called signals for the Eagles' defense to begin the […]

J.C. Jackson Not Traveling Internationally With Patriots

New England Patriots cornerback J.C. Jackson is not expected to travel with the team to Germany to face the Indianapolis Colts in Week 10. The former Pro Bowler was recently traded to New England -- where he began his career -- after less than two seasons with the Los Angeles Chargers. According to Ian Rapoport […]

Week 10 IDP Rankings for Fantasy Football - Positional Rankings for Linebacker, Defensive Line, Defensive Back

I'll begin with a disclaimer: I know this article is about defense and IDP rankings. Arthur Smith is obviously an offensive-minded coach whose decisions/mistakes largely impact offensive players. That said, we are all fantasy football fans, and Smith routinely does or says things that put him in the crosshairs of fantasy and regular football fans […]

IDP Waiver Wire Pickups and Streamers for Week 10 (2023)

The Kansas City Chiefs, Los Angeles Rams, Miami Dolphins, and Philadelphia Eagles all go on bye in Week 10. That will take some pass rushers fantasy IDP managers have been relying on out of commission, including Chris Jones, Jaelan Phillips, and Haason Reddick. How will you replace them? Take a look at the Week 10 […]

Brian Burns Ruled Out Against Bears

Carolina Panthers edge rusher Brian Burns (concussion) will not play against the Chicago Bears on Thursday Night Football in Week 10. The two-time Pro Bowler exited the Week 9 loss to the Indianapolis Colts with a concussion, so he was trending toward missing this contest on a short week. The 25-year-old has 5.5 sacks in […]

Steelers Don't Expect Minkah Fitzpatrick To Play In Week 10

The Pittsburgh Steelers aren't expecting safety Minkah Fitzpatrick (hamstring) to play in the Week 10 contest this Sunday versus the Green Bay Packers. However, the team hasn't officially ruled him out and will see if he's able to return to practice late in the week. Fitzpatrick suffered a serious hamstring injury in the Week 8 […]

C.J. Mosley Leads Jets in Tackling

New York Jets linebacker C.J. Mosley made six solo tackles and five assists in the Jets' 27-6 loss to the Los Angeles Chargers in Week 9. It was Mosley's second straight game with over 10 tackles and his fifth double-digit tackle game of the season. Over his nine-year career, Mosley has consistently been one of […]

Khalil Mack Picks Up Two Sacks In Win

Los Angeles Chargers edge rusher Khalil Mack had two sacks in the Chargers' win over the New York Jets on Monday night. Although Mack has had a sack in three games this season, he ranks fifth in the league with 9.0 sacks on the season because of his six-sack boom week. The veteran, who is […]

Joey Bosa Records 2.5 Sacks In Win

Los Angeles Chargers edge rusher Joey Bosa had 2.5 sacks in the Chargers' 27-6 win over the New York Jets in Week 9. The Chargers defensive line dominated the Jets offensive line to the tune of eight total sacks. Bosa also forced a fumble and made a total of three solo tackles and three assists. […]

Terrel Bernard Ruled Out With Concussion

Buffalo Bills linebacker Terrel Bernard (concussion) has been ruled out for the rest of the Sunday night game against the Cincinnati Bengals due to a concussion. Tyrel Dodson is now in at the Mike linebacker spot, with Dorian Williams in at outside linebacker. Before suffering his head injury, Bernard had two assisted tackles. The 24-year-old […]

Brian Burns Won't Return On Sunday

Carolina Panthers linebacker Brian Burns (head) won't return on Sunday against the Colts. The 25-year-old, who has been the topic of trade rumors since the offseason, was diagnosed with a concussion. With the short turnaround before Thursday's meeting with the Bears, it's hard to see a scenario where Burns is out there. Of course, if […]

Nakobe Dean Ruled Out For Rest Of Week 9

Philadelphia Eagles linebacker Nakobe Dean (foot) won't return to Sunday's NFC East clash with the Dallas Cowboys. The 2022 third-round pick entered Week 9 ranked fifth on the team in tackles despite missing over a month due to injury. Fortunately, the Eagles are off in Week 10, so Dean could be back for the showdown […]

CJ Henderson Won't Return On Sunday

Carolina Panthers cornerback CJ Henderson (head) won't return to Sunday's matchup against the Indianapolis Colts. The 2020 No. 9 overall pick was initially considered questionable because of a concussion. However, his day is over. With Carolina playing again on Thursday versus the Chicago Bears, the short turnaround may not give Henderson enough time to get […]

Jimmie Ward, M.J. Stewart Won't Return Sunday

Houston Texans safeties Jimmie Ward (hamstring) and M.J. Stewart (shoulder) have been ruled out for the remainder of Week 9 versus the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. Both players had initially been listed as questionable to return before having their statuses downgraded. This is a crushing loss for the Houston secondary, which will now need mid-week addition […]

Jimmie Ward, M.J. Stewart Questionable To Return Sunday

Houston Texans safeties Jimmie Ward (hamstring) and M.J. Stewart (shoulder) exited during the first half of Week 9 versus the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. Both players are questionable to return. The two defensive playmakers had combined for four tackles prior to their departures. Look for DeAndre Houston-Carson, who was signed to the active roster this past […]

Zaire Franklin Officially Inactive Sunday

Indianapolis Colts linebacker Zaire Franklin (knee) is officially inactive for Week 9 versus the Carolina Panthers. This was widely expected after the team downgraded him to "doubtful" on Saturday. He has been a playmaker on defense this year, amassing 1.5 sacks, one forced fumble, and a whopping 102 tackles. In his absence, E.J. Speed should […]

Jaquan Brisker Out In Week 9

The Chicago Bears defense will be short-handed in a Week 9 matchup against the New Orleans Saints on the road on Sunday. Defensive backs Jaquan Brisker (concussion) and Terell Smith (illness) and linebacker Tremaine Edmunds (knee) have been ruled out. Brisker suffered a concussion in Week 7 and will now miss his second straight game. […]

Quay Walker, Rudy Ford Out For Packers Defense

Green Bay Packers linebacker Quay Walker (groin) and safety Rudy Ford (calf) have both been ruled out for the Week 9 contest against the visiting Los Angeles Rams on Sunday. Both players suffered injuries during the practice week and will have to sit this one out. It makes an already soft defense even more vulnerable […]

Ernest Jones Won't Play In Week 9

Los Angeles Rams linebacker Ernest Jones (knee) has been ruled out for the Week 9 game against the Green Bay Packers on Sunday. Fantasy managers in IDP leagues will not have Jones available to them this weekend, but with a bye coming in Week 10, the Rams are expecting the 23-year-old to return to action […]

Terron Armstead, Xavien Howard Active For Week 9

Miami Dolphins left tackle Terron Armstead (knee) and cornerback Xavien Howard (groin) are active for Week 9 versus the Kansas City Chiefs. Both players had been listed as questionable. Having Armstead healthy will be huge for the Dolphins as they look to protect Tua Tagovailoa versus a strong Kansas City defense. Meanwhile, the return of […]

Falcons D/ST A Solid Streaming Option Against Rookie QB

The Atlanta Falcons D/ST is a solid streaming option in Week 9 against the Minnesota Vikings. Veteran QB Kirk Cousins (achilles) has been placed on IR so it will be rookie Jaren Hall, a fifth-round pick out of BYU, starting under center for the Vikings. While Hall has some solid options to work with, including […]

Montez Sweat Agrees To Four-Year Extension With Bears

New Chicago Bears edge rusher Montez Sweat agreed to a big four-year extension on Saturday that is worth $98,000,000 in new money ($24.5 million annually), which includes $72,865,360 guaranteed. The total deal is worth $105 million. The Bears acquired Sweat from the Washington Commanders at the Oct. 31 trade deadline this week in exchange for […]

Zaire Franklin Downgraded To Doubtful For Week 9

Indianapolis Colts linebacker Zaire Franklin (knee) has been downgraded from questionable to doubtful to play in Week 9 against the Carolina Panthers after he was unable to practice all week. Fantasy managers in IDP leagues need to remove the league's leading tackler from their starting lineups this weekend, as it appears likely the 27-year-old tackling […]