Round one in the playoffs has come and gone in most fantasy football leagues. With injuries and benchings happening, the waiver wire is going to be like a buffet at this point, but with fewer teams pulling from it, you’ll be able to find the help you need. On the defensive side of things, I’m continuing the method I use at this time of the year. We’re in win mode right now, and we’re not going to stop till we win that championship. That means these players below have great matchups this week and are ready to deliver for any IDP fantasy league that you’re in. You’ll also want to check out my Hard Hits and Cool Picks article for more players who just came back from an injury, giving you a huge advantage over your competition when you pick them up. Now it’s time to bring the pain to the competition while on your way to the fantasy football playoffs. Have a great day, everyone, and may the tackles be with you.
Defense Line
DE Maxx Crosby, Las Vegas Raiders
DE Brian Burns, New York Giants
DE Danielle Hunter, Houston Texans
DE Nick Bosa, San Francisco 49ers
DE Jonathan Greenard, Minnesota Vikings
Linebackers
LB Daiyan Henley, Los Angeles Chargers
LB Zack Baun, Philadelphia Eagles
LB Fred Warner, San Francisco 49ers
LB Robert Spillane, Las Vegas Raiders
LB Eric Kendricks, Dallas Cowboys
Defensive Backs
S Derwin James Jr., Los Angeles Chargers
S Jessie Bates III, Atlanta Falcons
S Budda Baker, Arizona Cardinals
S Amani Hooker, Tennessee Titans
S Jabrill Peppers, New England Patriots
Heat Check of the Week
LB Jack Campbell, Detroit Lions: 8 total tackles, 1 stuff, 1 pass defended
