I’ll be highlighting DSTs that may still be available in your leagues, the ones that weren’t signed on waivers. These are DSTs that are still below a 35% in roster percentage on ESPN that I feel are startable if you’re still searching.
These options are only for the teams who didn’t pick someone up on waivers this week and still need a startable DST for the week. Your waivers may look barren and the top options are off the board, but I’ve got a few teams that may still be hanging around on your waivers.
My projections are based on Vegas odds, defensive and offensive player projections, starters, and positional matchups. These are your defensive detours!
Defenses Under 35% Roster Percentage
TEN Titans – 34.9%
Opponent – NO
Go pick up the Titans DST NOW! They are currently the sixth-highest scoring DST on the season which is anchored heavily by their performances in the last three weeks where they faced good defenses (Chiefs, Colts and Rams). In the next few weeks they face the Saints, Texans and Patriots followed by a bye week. They’re playing at the top of their game and I don’t see them slowing down. Pick them up now and have a defense you don’t have to worry about for a few weeks.
Defenses Under 50% Roster Percentage
DAL Cowboys – 48.7%
Opponent – ATL
The Cowboys are going to come back strong this week at home. Vegas has the Cowboys as nine-point favorites, which is a line I personally am taking this week, and Atlanta scoring roughly 22 points. I think if you’re in a deeper league and need to play a defense, Dallas ain’t a bad idea.
CLE Browns – 44.3%
Opponent – NE
After a huge game against the Bengals last week, I expect the Browns DST to keep it rolling against a less explosive Patriots offense. The Panthers were able to have a startable performance against the Patriots and now a more complete DST comes to town instead. I’m confidently started the Browns if needed.
