Fantasy Football Rankings 2018: Top 20 players at each position

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JACKSONVILLE, FL – DECEMBER 24: Jalen Ramsey #20 celebrates with Dante Fowler #56 after running an interception back for a touchdown during the fourth quarter of the game against the Tennessee Titans at EverBank Field on December 24, 2016 in Jacksonville, Florida. (Photo by Rob Foldy/Getty Images) /

Defense

1. Jaguars

2. Rams

3. Vikings

4. Eagles

5. Texans

6. Chargers

7. Saints

8. Patriots

9. Panthers

10. Broncos

11. Ravens

12. Cardinals

13. Steelers

14. Lions

15. Bears

16. Seahawks

17. Bills

18. Titans

19. Chiefs

20. Cowboys

When you’re talking about team defenses and special teams, things are a bit more even than they are at other positions. You’re talking about groups of players, which adds a lot more volatility to the equation in terms of how they’ll perform. However, you can look at the talent and depth of these groups and try to make the best selection possible.

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This might sound too simple, but perhaps your best strategy is just avoiding awful defenses. Even if you’re someone who likes to stream defenses week-to-week based on matchups, just stay away from teams like the Colts and you should have at least marginal success.

Defenses are rarely going to win you a fantasy football championship unless they are just out-of-this-world in terms of creating turnovers. However, picking the wrong one can certainly lead to you losing out.

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