{"id":24371,"date":"2010-07-27T13:18:09","date_gmt":"2010-07-27T18:18:09","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.capperspicks.com\/blog\/?p=24371"},"modified":"2010-07-27T17:36:27","modified_gmt":"2010-07-27T22:36:27","slug":"2010-defense-special-teams-rankings-cheatsheets-270710","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/capperspicks.com\/blog\/fantasy-football\/2010-defense-special-teams-rankings-cheatsheets-270710\/","title":{"rendered":"Fantasy Football Cheat Sheets: Top 20 DST Rankings"},"content":{"rendered":"

2010 Top 20 Fantasy Defense – Special Teams<\/h2>\n

Fantasy Football Draft Guide – Cheat Sheets & Player Rankings<\/p>\n

Are you in the market for fantasy football draft info? Or\u00a0Wide Receiver Rankings<\/strong> +\u00a0DST cheat sheets<\/strong> for your 2010 fantasy draft?<\/p>\n

Pre-season is nearly upon us, so for the next few weeks we encourage you to be checking out our\u00a0FANTASY FOOTBALL DRAFT GUIDE<\/strong><\/a> for all your rankings and analysis for the upcoming league drafts that your going to be participating in. <\/p>\n

Top 20 Fantasy Rankings \u2013 Defense – Special Teams <\/strong> \"\"<\/p>\n

It\u2019s time again for Dave B to rank the top position players in the NFL and next up is the Defense – Special Teams (DST).<\/p>\n

In Fantasy Football, defenses are often overlooked, but are essential for a winning fantasy squad. Add a Top three defense and you will not have to worry about them all season.<\/p>\n

Failure to do so means scouring the waiver wires for weekly matchups \u2013 an arduous task at best.<\/p>\n

Take a gander at Dave B\u2019s Fantasy rankings to Defense\/Special Teams and leave a comment, tell me if I\u2019m on to something or if I\u2019m full of crap!<\/p>\n

Bye weeks are listed in brackets after the players name and team.<\/p>\n

1.\u00a0Baltimore Ravens (8)<\/strong> \u2013 The Ravens are a factor every year. They have an enormous defensive Line and a guy named Ray Lewis to get to the quarterback. The Ravens secondary will be among the leaders in interceptions again this season, and they should, like usual, return a few of those picks for touchdown. The Ravens are an obvious #1.<\/p>\n

2.\u00a0Philadelphia Eagles (8)<\/strong> \u2013 The Eagles were at or near the top of every defensive category last season and only got better. Add in the fact that DeSean Jackson will once again be returning kicks and you have a strong unit.<\/p>\n

3.\u00a0Minnesota Vikings (4)<\/strong> \u2013 The Vikings will return the same team that was impossible to run on and was responsible for more than its share of sacks. They are a big, athletic unit who will benefits from Lito Sheppard in the secondary. Percy Harvin is a threat in the return game too.<\/p>\n

4.\u00a0Green Bay Packers (10)<\/strong> \u2013 This could end up being the best fantasy unit this season. They have a knack for interceptions and for doing a lot with those picks. This is a defense full of play makers that has potential for a big, big year.<\/p>\n

5.\u00a0New York Jets (7)<\/strong> \u2013 The Jets were a pretty good squad last year and with the addition of Jason Taylor and Antonio Cromartie along with their solid draft, the Jets have an opportunity to eclipse last year\u2019s numbers.<\/p>\n

6.\u00a0Chicago Bears (8)<\/strong> \u2013 It is hard to believe that the Bears have fallen so hard the last few seasons but the addition of Julius Peppers certainly helps their cause. Bryan Urlacher is healthy again and ready to terrorize. If the rest of this talented crew can put it all together, they will be a force this season.<\/p>\n

7.\u00a0Pittsburgh Steelers (5)<\/strong> \u2013 The Steelers have been one of the most solid units in the NFL for an eternity. If Troy Polamalu can stay healthy, they have a chance to be a Top Tier defense. Steeler\u2019s fans would not accept anything else!<\/p>\n

8.\u00a0New Orleans Saints (10)<\/strong> \u2013 Greg Williams\u2019 first season in New Orleans was a success and look for the D to improve even more this year. With the offense running up the score, the defense will prey on the chances the opposition has to take. Defensive touchdowns will result!<\/p>\n

9.\u00a0Dallas Cowboys (4)<\/strong> \u2013 One thing is certain \u2013 the Cowboys will get their share of sacks! Interceptions and turnovers have been lacking and there is no reason to think otherwise this year. They have some talented return men, making the Boys a Fantasy starter but not quite elite.<\/p>\n

10.\u00a0New York Giants (8<\/strong>) \u2013 Expect a bounce back year for the Giants who underachieved last season. Domenik Hixon is out for the season leaving the Special Teams with a huge hole. [soliloquy id=”82219″]<\/p>\n

11.\u00a0San Francisco 49ers (9)<\/strong> \u2013 The 49ers are an emerging team and with Mike Singletary at the helm, San Francisco should be a good defense. They play in an easy division and added Ted Ginn to return kicks.<\/p>\n

12.\u00a0Tennessee Titans (9)<\/strong> \u2013 They still have a lot of playmakers on defense but are a shadow of their 2007 defense. They will get plenty of interceptions as usual but have troubles getting to the quarterback \u2013 again!<\/p>\n

13.\u00a0New England Patriots (5)<\/strong> \u2013 They have gotten younger but unfortunately not much better. I have faith in Bill Belichek who knows his team\u2019s weakness and will be working hard to rectify it.<\/p>\n

14.\u00a0San Diego Chargers (10)<\/strong> \u2013 The Chargers have taken a step backward with the departure of Antonio Cromartie but Shawn Merriman returns healthy. An extremely weak division helps their ranking immensely.<\/p>\n

15.\u00a0Indianapolis Colts (7)<\/strong> \u2013 The Colts have one of the most underrated defenses in the NFL. The defensive line is one of the best units in the game and with Bob Sanders finally healthy; they could vault up to starter status.<\/p>\n

16.\u00a0Tampa Bay Buccaneers (4)<\/strong> \u2013 This is a unit that is only a few years removed from a dominant season. They have a good mix of youth and experience but are a 3rd<\/sup> tier defense at best.<\/p>\n

17.\u00a0Cincinnati Bengals (6)<\/strong> – The Bengals stopped the run last season with great success and generated a few turnovers along the way. However, they remain a matchup only type defense.<\/p>\n

18.\u00a0Miami Dolphins (5<\/strong>) \u2013 Many people have the Fins ranked higher but I think that the youth on the squad will be their downfall. Mike Nolan is a defensive guru but playing in a tough division, Miami will look like an average squad by year\u2019s end.<\/p>\n

19.\u00a0Arizona Cardinals (6)<\/strong> \u2013 The Cards have been formidable over the past few seasons but the departure of Karlos Dansby, Antrel Rolle and Bryant McFadden really hurts this squad. Add in the fact that Arizona will not be the offensive juggernaut of the past and it all points to a bumpy year for the Cardinals defense.<\/p>\n

20.\u00a0Cleveland Browns (8)<\/strong> \u2013 They are in the Top 20 because of one man \u2013 Joshua Cribbs is a Special Teams dream.<\/p>\n

NOTE:<\/strong> My Top 20 is a cheat sheet designed for 2010 fantasy football drafts held today!<\/h4>\n

Basic Fantasy league points are factored into my rankings..enjoy!!\u00a0And check back on a weekly basis for continuing updates.<\/p>\n

How about it, owners? Email me your thoughts or comment below!<\/strong><\/p>\n

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\nDave B has been a Fantasy Football Junkie and DSTiter for Cappers Picks for 10 years. A couch potato wannabe, Dave\u2019s insights have been read by 10\u2019s of people for years. He hope\u2019s for world peace + global relaxation. Enjoy folks \u2013 and remember only smoke things that are completely natural.<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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