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Denver Broncos defense
Denver Broncos defense fantasy outlook for week 9 at CAR. Chance to play: 100%.
This week's projection and range of outcomes
| Scoring | Projection | 80% range (P10 to P90) | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|
| Standard | 7.6 | 1.7 to 16.0 | DEF5 |
| Half PPR | 7.6 | 1.7 to 16.0 | DEF5 |
| PPR | 7.6 | 1.7 to 16.0 | DEF5 |
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 CAR
- Line: DEN −3, O/U 43.5
- DEN implied total: 23.2
- CAR's offense gives up the 10th-most points to defenses (+0.7 a game, schedule-adjusted)
Recent usage
| Week | Opponent | Snap share | Targets | Carries | Points (half PPR) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Week 5 | LAC | — | — | — | 12.0 |
| Week 6 | SEA | — | — | — | 13.0 |
| Week 7 | ARI | — | — | — | 4.0 |
| Week 8 | KC | — | — | — | 2.0 |
Season range
59.0 points so far; 122.0 projected for the season (80% range 100.1 to 143.9, half PPR, 9 games left).
Denver Broncos 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 | @ KC | 3.0 | 6.3 | DEF20 |
| Week 2 | vs JAX | 8.0 | 6.0 | DEF7 |
| Week 3 | vs LAR | 14.0 | 5.7 | DEF3 |
| Week 4 | @ SF | 3.0 | 5.5 | DEF24 |
| Week 5 | @ LAC | 12.0 | 7.5 | DEF5 |
| Week 6 | vs SEA | 13.0 | 5.8 | DEF3 |
| Week 7 | @ ARI | 4.0 | 7.4 | DEF14 |
| Week 8 | vs KC | 2.0 | 6.3 | DEF23 |
| Week 9 | @ CAR | — | 7.6 | upcoming |
| Week 10 | Bye | — | — | — |
| Week 11 | vs LV | — | 7.1 | upcoming |
| Week 12 | @ PIT | — | 7.1 | upcoming |
| Week 13 | vs MIA | — | 7.1 | upcoming |
| Week 14 | @ NYJ | — | 7.1 | upcoming |
| Week 15 | @ LV | — | 6.0 | upcoming |
| Week 16 | vs BUF | — | 5.8 | upcoming |
| Week 17 | @ NE | — | 6.0 | upcoming |
| Week 18 | vs LAC | — | 7.1 | upcoming |
Denver Broncos defense 2026 stats and fantasy points
59.0 half-PPR points in 8 games (7.4 a game), DEF6 so far. PPR 59.0, standard 59.0.
| Stat | Total | Per game |
|---|---|---|
| Sacks | 23 | 2.9 |
| Interceptions | 7 | 0.9 |
| Fumble recoveries | 3 | 0.4 |
| Defensive TDs | 1 | 0.1 |
| Points allowed | 165 | 20.6 |
Denver Broncos defense rest of season outlook
Margin projects 60.9 half-PPR points over his 9 remaining games (6.8 a game), DEF8 the rest of the way. PPR 60.9, standard 60.9.
His start and his outlook agree (DEF6 to date, DEF8 from here): his trade price should match his projection.
Start or sit Denver Broncos defense in week 9?
Start. Denver Broncos defense is DEF5 by projection in week 9. The last starter in a 12-team league (DEF12) is projected for 6.2 half-PPR points; Margin gives Denver Broncos defense a 56% chance to score at least that.
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Questions
What is Denver Broncos defense's fantasy projection for week 9?
7.6 half-PPR points (7.6 PPR, 7.6 standard), with an 80% range of 1.7 to 16.0.
Should I start Denver Broncos defense in week 9?
Start. Denver Broncos defense is DEF5 by projection in week 9. The last starter in a 12-team league (DEF12) is projected for 6.2 half-PPR points; Margin gives Denver Broncos defense a 56% chance to score at least that.
How many fantasy points has Denver Broncos defense scored in 2026?
59.0 half-PPR points in 8 games (7.4 per game), DEF6 at his position; 59.0 in PPR and 59.0 in standard.
What is Denver Broncos defense's rest of season outlook?
Margin projects 60.9 half-PPR points over his 9 remaining games (6.8 a game), DEF8 the rest of the way. PPR 60.9, standard 60.9.
Should I trade for Denver Broncos defense?
His start and his outlook agree (DEF6 to date, DEF8 from here): his trade price should match his projection. Connect your league and Margin prices any trade against your roster.
Is Denver Broncos defense injured?
Denver Broncos defense has no injury designation. His chance to play in week 9: 100%.
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Similar team defenses this week
- Kansas City Chiefs defense KC · 8.3
- San Francisco 49ers defense SF · 7.9
- Houston Texans defense HOU · 7.8
- New Orleans Saints defense NO · 7.4
- New York Giants defense NYG · 7.2
- Detroit Lions defense DET · 6.8