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Arizona Cardinals defense
Arizona Cardinals defense fantasy outlook for week 9 at SEA. Chance to play: 100%.
This week's projection and range of outcomes
| Scoring | Projection | 80% range (P10 to P90) | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|
| Standard | 2.8 | -2.7 to 9.9 | DEF29 |
| Half PPR | 2.8 | -2.7 to 9.9 | DEF29 |
| PPR | 2.8 | -2.7 to 9.9 | DEF29 |
The range is Margin's: how far real outcomes landed from projections like this one, by position and size, over 2019 to 2025. It assumes he plays.
Matchup
- Game: at SEA
- Line: SEA −11.5, O/U 44.5
- ARI implied total: 16.5
- SEA's offense gives up the 9th-most points to defenses (+0.7 a game, schedule-adjusted)
Recent usage
| Week | Opponent | Snap share | Targets | Carries | Points (half PPR) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Week 5 | DET | — | — | — | 0.0 |
| Week 6 | LAR | — | — | — | 6.0 |
| Week 7 | DEN | — | — | — | 0.0 |
| Week 8 | DAL | — | — | — | 3.0 |
Season range
27.0 points so far; 68.9 projected for the season (80% range 48.9 to 88.9, half PPR, 9 games left).
Arizona Cardinals defense 2026 game log and weekly projections
Half-PPR points and projection by week. Each linked week has its own page with the full stat line, all three scorings and everyone in the game.
| Week | Opponent | Points | Proj. | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Week 1 | @ LAC | 10.0 | 2.9 | DEF7 |
| Week 2 | vs SEA | 3.0 | 3.9 | DEF21 |
| Week 3 | @ SF | -4.0 | 3.1 | DEF32 |
| Week 4 | @ NYG | 9.0 | 6.0 | DEF3 |
| Week 5 | vs DET | 0.0 | 3.4 | DEF28 |
| Week 6 | @ LAR | 6.0 | 2.8 | DEF11 |
| Week 7 | vs DEN | 0.0 | 5.0 | DEF24 |
| Week 8 | @ DAL | 3.0 | 2.9 | DEF19 |
| Week 9 | @ SEA | — | 2.8 | upcoming |
| Week 10 | vs LAR | — | 4.1 | upcoming |
| Week 11 | @ KC | — | 4.2 | upcoming |
| Week 12 | vs WAS | — | 4.2 | upcoming |
| Week 13 | vs PHI | — | 4.2 | upcoming |
| Week 14 | Bye | — | — | — |
| Week 15 | vs NYJ | — | 5.9 | upcoming |
| Week 16 | @ NO | — | 5.1 | upcoming |
| Week 17 | vs LV | — | 5.2 | upcoming |
| Week 18 | vs SF | — | 4.2 | upcoming |
Arizona Cardinals defense 2026 stats and fantasy points
27.0 half-PPR points in 8 games (3.4 a game), DEF28 so far. PPR 27.0, standard 27.0.
| Stat | Total | Per game |
|---|---|---|
| Sacks | 19 | 2.4 |
| Interceptions | 3 | 0.4 |
| Fumble recoveries | 4 | 0.5 |
| Points allowed | 232 | 29.0 |
Arizona Cardinals defense rest of season outlook
Margin projects 39.9 half-PPR points over his 9 remaining games (4.4 a game), DEF31 the rest of the way. PPR 39.9, standard 39.9.
His start and his outlook agree (DEF28 to date, DEF31 from here): his trade price should match his projection.
Start or sit Arizona Cardinals defense in week 9?
Sit in most leagues. Arizona Cardinals defense is DEF29 by projection in week 9. The last starter in a 12-team league (DEF12) is projected for 6.2 half-PPR points; Margin gives Arizona Cardinals defense a 23% chance to score at least that.
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Questions
What is Arizona Cardinals defense's fantasy projection for week 9?
2.8 half-PPR points (2.8 PPR, 2.8 standard), with an 80% range of -2.7 to 9.9.
Should I start Arizona Cardinals defense in week 9?
Sit in most leagues. Arizona Cardinals defense is DEF29 by projection in week 9. The last starter in a 12-team league (DEF12) is projected for 6.2 half-PPR points; Margin gives Arizona Cardinals defense a 23% chance to score at least that.
How many fantasy points has Arizona Cardinals defense scored in 2026?
27.0 half-PPR points in 8 games (3.4 per game), DEF28 at his position; 27.0 in PPR and 27.0 in standard.
What is Arizona Cardinals defense's rest of season outlook?
Margin projects 39.9 half-PPR points over his 9 remaining games (4.4 a game), DEF31 the rest of the way. PPR 39.9, standard 39.9.
Should I trade for Arizona Cardinals defense?
His start and his outlook agree (DEF28 to date, DEF31 from here): his trade price should match his projection. Connect your league and Margin prices any trade against your roster.
Is Arizona Cardinals defense injured?
Arizona Cardinals defense has no injury designation. His chance to play in week 9: 100%.
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Similar team defenses this week
- Tampa Bay Buccaneers defense TB · 4.8
- Washington Commanders defense WAS · 4.3
- Indianapolis Colts defense IND · 4.1
- Miami Dolphins defense MIA · 3.1
- Las Vegas Raiders defense LV · 3.0
- New York Jets defense NYJ · 2.8