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Dallas Cowboys defense
Dallas Cowboys defense fantasy outlook for week 9 at IND. Chance to play: 100%.
This week's projection and range of outcomes
| Scoring | Projection | 80% range (P10 to P90) | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|
| Standard | 6.2 | 0.1 to 14.1 | DEF12 |
| Half PPR | 6.2 | 0.1 to 14.1 | DEF12 |
| PPR | 6.2 | 0.1 to 14.1 | DEF12 |
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 IND
- Line: DAL −4.5, O/U 51.5
- DAL implied total: 28.0
- IND's offense gives up the 11th-most points to defenses (+0.6 a game, schedule-adjusted)
Recent usage
| Week | Opponent | Snap share | Targets | Carries | Points (half PPR) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Week 5 | TB | — | — | — | 1.0 |
| Week 6 | SEA | — | — | — | 5.0 |
| Week 7 | PHI | — | — | — | 4.0 |
| Week 8 | ARI | — | — | — | 8.0 |
Season range
25.0 points so far; 75.1 projected for the season (80% range 54.5 to 95.7, half PPR, 9 games left).
Dallas Cowboys 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 | @ NYG | 3.0 | 6.1 | DEF19 |
| Week 2 | vs WAS | 4.0 | 5.9 | DEF18 |
| Week 3 | vs BAL | -1.0 | 4.6 | DEF29 |
| Week 4 | @ HOU | 1.0 | 5.7 | DEF30 |
| Week 5 | vs TB | 1.0 | 8.0 | DEF24 |
| Week 6 | @ GB | 5.0 | 5.0 | DEF14 |
| Week 7 | @ PHI | 4.0 | 7.2 | DEF13 |
| Week 8 | vs ARI | 8.0 | 5.7 | DEF10 |
| Week 9 | @ IND | — | 6.2 | upcoming |
| Week 10 | vs SF | — | 5.0 | upcoming |
| Week 11 | vs TEN | — | 5.8 | upcoming |
| Week 12 | vs PHI | — | 5.8 | upcoming |
| Week 13 | @ SEA | — | 5.8 | upcoming |
| Week 14 | Bye | — | — | — |
| Week 15 | @ LAR | — | 4.0 | upcoming |
| Week 16 | vs JAX | — | 5.2 | upcoming |
| Week 17 | vs NYG | — | 5.9 | upcoming |
| Week 18 | @ WAS | — | 5.8 | upcoming |
Dallas Cowboys defense 2026 stats and fantasy points
25.0 half-PPR points in 8 games (3.1 a game), DEF29 so far. PPR 25.0, standard 25.0.
| Stat | Total | Per game |
|---|---|---|
| Sacks | 15 | 1.9 |
| Interceptions | 3 | 0.4 |
| Fumble recoveries | 3 | 0.4 |
| Points allowed | 213 | 26.6 |
Dallas Cowboys defense rest of season outlook
Margin projects 49.5 half-PPR points over his 9 remaining games (5.5 a game), DEF25 the rest of the way. PPR 49.5, standard 49.5.
His start and his outlook agree (DEF29 to date, DEF25 from here): his trade price should match his projection.
Start or sit Dallas Cowboys defense in week 9?
Start in most leagues. Dallas Cowboys defense is DEF12 by projection in week 9. The last starter in a 12-team league (DEF12) is projected for 6.2 half-PPR points; Margin gives Dallas Cowboys defense a 44% chance to score at least that.
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Questions
What is Dallas Cowboys defense's fantasy projection for week 9?
6.2 half-PPR points (6.2 PPR, 6.2 standard), with an 80% range of 0.1 to 14.1.
Should I start Dallas Cowboys defense in week 9?
Start in most leagues. Dallas Cowboys defense is DEF12 by projection in week 9. The last starter in a 12-team league (DEF12) is projected for 6.2 half-PPR points; Margin gives Dallas Cowboys defense a 44% chance to score at least that.
How many fantasy points has Dallas Cowboys defense scored in 2026?
25.0 half-PPR points in 8 games (3.1 per game), DEF29 at his position; 25.0 in PPR and 25.0 in standard.
What is Dallas Cowboys defense's rest of season outlook?
Margin projects 49.5 half-PPR points over his 9 remaining games (5.5 a game), DEF25 the rest of the way. PPR 49.5, standard 49.5.
Should I trade for Dallas Cowboys defense?
His start and his outlook agree (DEF29 to date, DEF25 from here): his trade price should match his projection. Connect your league and Margin prices any trade against your roster.
Is Dallas Cowboys defense injured?
Dallas Cowboys defense has no injury designation. His chance to play in week 9: 100%.
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Similar team defenses this week
- Jacksonville Jaguars defense JAX · 6.8
- Los Angeles Rams defense LAR · 6.8
- Chicago Bears defense CHI · 6.5
- Cincinnati Bengals defense CIN · 6.1
- New England Patriots defense NE · 6.0
- Buffalo Bills defense BUF · 5.9