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Washington Commanders defense
Washington Commanders defense fantasy outlook for week 9 vs LAR. Chance to play: 100%.
This week's projection and range of outcomes
| Scoring | Projection | 80% range (P10 to P90) | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|
| Standard | 4.3 | -1.2 to 11.4 | DEF25 |
| Half PPR | 4.3 | -1.2 to 11.4 | DEF25 |
| PPR | 4.3 | -1.2 to 11.4 | DEF25 |
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: vs LAR
- Line: LAR −5.5, O/U 48.5
- WAS implied total: 21.5
- LAR's offense gives up the 8th-fewest points to defenses (−0.9 a game, schedule-adjusted)
Recent usage
| Week | Opponent | Snap share | Targets | Carries | Points (half PPR) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Week 4 | IND | — | — | — | 5.0 |
| Week 5 | NYG | — | — | — | 7.0 |
| Week 6 | SF | — | — | — | 4.0 |
| Week 8 | PHI | — | — | — | 13.0 |
Season range
41.0 points so far; 92.7 projected for the season (80% range 71.9 to 113.5, half PPR, 10 games left).
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Washington Commanders 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 | @ PHI | 3.0 | 4.2 | DEF23 |
| Week 2 | @ DAL | -2.0 | 4.6 | DEF31 |
| Week 3 | vs SEA | 11.0 | 5.0 | DEF8 |
| Week 4 | vs IND | 5.0 | 5.5 | DEF19 |
| Week 5 | vs NYG | 7.0 | 7.0 | DEF13 |
| Week 6 | @ SF | 4.0 | 3.2 | DEF18 |
| Week 7 | Bye | — | — | — |
| Week 8 | vs PHI | 13.0 | 7.7 | DEF5 |
| Week 9 | vs LAR | — | 4.3 | upcoming |
| Week 10 | @ NYG | — | 5.8 | upcoming |
| Week 11 | vs CIN | — | 4.8 | upcoming |
| Week 12 | @ ARI | — | 4.8 | upcoming |
| Week 13 | @ TEN | — | 4.8 | upcoming |
| Week 14 | vs HOU | — | 4.8 | upcoming |
| Week 15 | vs ATL | — | 5.7 | upcoming |
| Week 16 | @ MIN | — | 5.6 | upcoming |
| Week 17 | @ JAX | — | 4.3 | upcoming |
| Week 18 | vs DAL | — | 4.8 | upcoming |
Washington Commanders defense 2026 stats and fantasy points
41.0 half-PPR points in 7 games (5.9 a game), DEF17 so far. PPR 41.0, standard 41.0.
| Stat | Total | Per game |
|---|---|---|
| Sacks | 16 | 2.3 |
| Interceptions | 4 | 0.6 |
| Fumble recoveries | 6 | 0.9 |
| Defensive TDs | 1 | 0.1 |
| Points allowed | 182 | 26.0 |
Washington Commanders defense rest of season outlook
Margin projects 49.7 half-PPR points over his 10 remaining games (5.0 a game), DEF24 the rest of the way. PPR 49.7, standard 49.7.
He has outscored his outlook so far (DEF17 to date, DEF24 projected from here), the profile of a sell-high: managers price the start, the projection prices what is left.
Start or sit Washington Commanders defense in week 9?
Sit in most leagues. Washington Commanders defense is DEF25 by projection in week 9. The last starter in a 12-team league (DEF12) is projected for 6.2 half-PPR points; Margin gives Washington Commanders defense a 32% chance to score at least that.
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Questions
What is Washington Commanders defense's fantasy projection for week 9?
4.3 half-PPR points (4.3 PPR, 4.3 standard), with an 80% range of -1.2 to 11.4.
Should I start Washington Commanders defense in week 9?
Sit in most leagues. Washington Commanders defense is DEF25 by projection in week 9. The last starter in a 12-team league (DEF12) is projected for 6.2 half-PPR points; Margin gives Washington Commanders defense a 32% chance to score at least that.
How many fantasy points has Washington Commanders defense scored in 2026?
41.0 half-PPR points in 7 games (5.9 per game), DEF17 at his position; 41.0 in PPR and 41.0 in standard.
What is Washington Commanders defense's rest of season outlook?
Margin projects 49.7 half-PPR points over his 10 remaining games (5.0 a game), DEF24 the rest of the way. PPR 49.7, standard 49.7.
Should I trade for Washington Commanders defense?
He has outscored his outlook so far (DEF17 to date, DEF24 projected from here), the profile of a sell-high: managers price the start, the projection prices what is left. Connect your league and Margin prices any trade against your roster.
Is Washington Commanders defense injured?
Washington Commanders defense has no injury designation. His chance to play in week 9: 100%.
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Similar team defenses this week
- Los Angeles Chargers defense LAC · 5.4
- Baltimore Ravens defense BAL · 5.0
- Tampa Bay Buccaneers defense TB · 4.8
- Indianapolis Colts defense IND · 4.1
- Miami Dolphins defense MIA · 3.1
- Las Vegas Raiders defense LV · 3.0