Fantasy Football: Week 9 defense rankings

DolphinsThe Dolphins have signed QB Zach Wilson as the backup to Tua Tagovailoa, with GM Chris Grier praising Wilson's potential and fit for their offense. JetsThe Jets have acquired CB Brandon Stephens from the Ravens to enhance their secondary alongside Sauce Gardner, expressing excitement about their combination of size and skills. PatriotsPatriots HC Mike Vrabel indicated it's too early for trade discussions regarding the No. 4 overall pick, emphasizing the focus on finding the best...

Texas safety Andrew Mukuba has conducted four top-30 visits during the pre-draft process with the Cowboys, Giants, Jets, and Titans. At 22 years old, Mukuba, a former four-star recruit and the eighth-ranked safety in the 2021 recruiting class, transferred from Clemson to Texas for his final season, earning Third-Team All-SEC honors in 2024. Over his college career, he appeared in 50 games, recording 212 tackles, 8.5 tackles for loss, one sack, one forced fumble, 28...

Ole Miss quarterback Jaxson Dart has decided not to attend the 2025 NFL Draft, despite being initially listed as an attendee. His withdrawal, along with Georgia's Mykel Williams, leaves 16 players confirmed for the event, with Dart ranked 70th on Yahoo Sports' big board, the lowest among attendees. While no reason was given for his decision, it may reflect concerns about scrutiny if he falls in the draft, and regardless of his location during the...

SummaryTexas defensive tackle Alfred Collins conducted five pre-draft visits with NFL teams, including the Colts, Cowboys, Dolphins, Giants, and Texans. A four-star recruit and former strongside defensive end, Collins played five seasons at Texas, appearing in 64 games with 28 starts, accumulating 142 tackles, 18 tackles for loss, and 7.5 sacks. Ranked as the No. 8 defensive tackle and No. 68 overall by Dane Brugler, he is projected to be drafted in the second to...

South Carolina defensive tackle T.J. Sanders completed eight top-30 visits during the pre-draft process, engaging with teams including the Bengals, Bills, Cardinals, Eagles, Falcons, Packers, Texans, and Titans. A three-star recruit and former South Carolina player, Sanders tallied 109 tackles, 17.5 tackles for loss, and 9.5 sacks over four seasons, earning a second-to-third-round grade and ranking as the No. 9 defensive tackle by Dane Brugler of The Athletic. At 21 years old, he played in...