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Fantasy Football: Defenses to exploit in Week 6

2Y90BFG New York Giants running back Tyrone Tracy Jr. (29) carries the ball with Seattle Seahawks cornerback Tre Brown (22) defending during the second half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Oct. 6, 2024, in Seattle. (AP Photo/John Froschauer)

New York Giants vs. Cincinnati Bengals Pass and Run Funnel: New York faces Cincinnati’s league-worst defense.

Houston Texans @ New England Patriots Pass Funnel: Houston’s softest path to victory goes through the air.

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Identifying exploitable defensive units allows for creative re-draft and daily fantasy sports (DFS) roster constructions, particularly when a plus matchup is not readily apparent. The article below breaks down three NFL defenses that profile as either a pass funnel, run funnel or both for Week 6 by using the defensive expected points added (EPA) allowed per play graphic below as a baseline. These exploitable matchups should be targeted in both half-points-per-reception (half-PPR) and PPR scoring formats unless otherwise stated.


New York Giants vs. Cincinnati Bengals Pass and Run Funnel

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