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New York Giants defense
New York Giants defense fantasy outlook for week 9 at PHI. Chance to play: 100%.
This week's projection and range of outcomes
| Scoring | Projection | 80% range (P10 to P90) | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|
| Standard | 7.2 | 1.3 to 15.6 | DEF7 |
| Half PPR | 7.2 | 1.3 to 15.6 | DEF7 |
| PPR | 7.2 | 1.3 to 15.6 | DEF7 |
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 PHI
- Line: NYG −3, O/U 40.5
- NYG implied total: 21.8
- PHI's offense gives up the 13th-fewest points to defenses (−0.2 a game, schedule-adjusted)
Recent usage
| Week | Opponent | Snap share | Targets | Carries | Points (half PPR) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Week 4 | ARI | — | — | — | 14.0 |
| Week 5 | WAS | — | — | — | 5.0 |
| Week 6 | NO | — | — | — | 1.0 |
| Week 7 | HOU | — | — | — | 1.0 |
Season range
35.0 points so far; 94.7 projected for the season (80% range 72.9 to 116.6, half PPR, 10 games left).
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New York Giants 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 | vs DAL | 3.0 | 5.1 | DEF21 |
| Week 2 | @ LAR | 4.0 | 3.6 | DEF20 |
| Week 3 | vs TEN | 7.0 | 8.1 | DEF11 |
| Week 4 | vs ARI | 14.0 | 5.9 | DEF1 |
| Week 5 | @ WAS | 5.0 | 5.5 | DEF17 |
| Week 6 | vs NO | 1.0 | 6.0 | DEF28 |
| Week 7 | @ HOU | 1.0 | 5.3 | DEF22 |
| Week 8 | Bye | — | — | — |
| Week 9 | @ PHI | — | 7.2 | upcoming |
| Week 10 | vs WAS | — | 5.9 | upcoming |
| Week 11 | vs JAX | — | 5.8 | upcoming |
| Week 12 | @ IND | — | 5.8 | upcoming |
| Week 13 | vs SF | — | 5.8 | upcoming |
| Week 14 | @ SEA | — | 5.8 | upcoming |
| Week 15 | vs CLE | — | 6.9 | upcoming |
| Week 16 | @ DET | — | 4.6 | upcoming |
| Week 17 | @ DAL | — | 4.8 | upcoming |
| Week 18 | vs PHI | — | 5.8 | upcoming |
New York Giants defense 2026 stats and fantasy points
35.0 half-PPR points in 7 games (5.0 a game), DEF24 so far. PPR 35.0, standard 35.0.
| Stat | Total | Per game |
|---|---|---|
| Sacks | 9 | 1.3 |
| Interceptions | 6 | 0.9 |
| Fumble recoveries | 2 | 0.3 |
| Defensive TDs | 1 | 0.1 |
| Points allowed | 161 | 23.0 |
New York Giants defense rest of season outlook
Margin projects 58.4 half-PPR points over his 10 remaining games (5.8 a game), DEF12 the rest of the way. PPR 58.4, standard 58.4.
His outlook is better than his start (DEF24 to date, DEF12 projected from here), the profile of a buy-low.
Start or sit New York Giants defense in week 9?
Start in most leagues. New York Giants defense is DEF7 by projection in week 9. The last starter in a 12-team league (DEF12) is projected for 6.2 half-PPR points; Margin gives New York Giants defense a 53% chance to score at least that.
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Questions
What is New York Giants defense's fantasy projection for week 9?
7.2 half-PPR points (7.2 PPR, 7.2 standard), with an 80% range of 1.3 to 15.6.
Should I start New York Giants defense in week 9?
Start in most leagues. New York Giants defense is DEF7 by projection in week 9. The last starter in a 12-team league (DEF12) is projected for 6.2 half-PPR points; Margin gives New York Giants defense a 53% chance to score at least that.
How many fantasy points has New York Giants defense scored in 2026?
35.0 half-PPR points in 7 games (5.0 per game), DEF24 at his position; 35.0 in PPR and 35.0 in standard.
What is New York Giants defense's rest of season outlook?
Margin projects 58.4 half-PPR points over his 10 remaining games (5.8 a game), DEF12 the rest of the way. PPR 58.4, standard 58.4.
Should I trade for New York Giants defense?
His outlook is better than his start (DEF24 to date, DEF12 projected from here), the profile of a buy-low. Connect your league and Margin prices any trade against your roster.
Is New York Giants defense injured?
New York Giants defense has no injury designation. His chance to play in week 9: 100%.
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Similar team defenses this week
- Houston Texans defense HOU · 7.8
- Denver Broncos defense DEN · 7.6
- New Orleans Saints defense NO · 7.4
- Detroit Lions defense DET · 6.8
- Jacksonville Jaguars defense JAX · 6.8
- Los Angeles Rams defense LAR · 6.8