Week 2 fantasy defense rankings: Top D/ST streamers, starts

Week 2 brings plenty of intriguing matchups for fantasy football managers searching for the right defense and special teams unit.

The Tampa Bay Buccaneers host a Deshaun Watson-led Cleveland Browns offense that struggled in Week 1, leading Todd Bowles' stop unit to earn a spot as one of the most appealing options.

Meanwhile, the mighty Houston Texans defense faces another tough test after struggling to slow down Josh Allen and the Buffalo Bills in their season opener. Houston now draws Joe Burrow and the Cincinnati Bengals, making it a risky start despite their talent.

For managers looking to stream, the 49ers stand out as one of the week’s top targets against a Dolphins offense that struggled to consistently move the ball in Week 1. Here are our

Week 2 D/ST rankings to help you set your lineup.

Rankings by Daniel Dobish, TheHuddle.com

Fantasy football Week 2 defense/special teams rankings

1. Tampa Bay Buccaneers vs. CLE
2. Jacksonville Jaguars at DEN
3. Pittsburgh Steelers at N.E
4. Seattle Seahawks at ARI
5. Detroit Lions at BUF
6. San Francisco 49ers vs. MIA
7. Cincinnati Bengals at HOU
8. Denver Broncos vs. JAX
9. New York Jets vs. GB
10. Minnesota Vikings at CHI
11. Houston Texans vs. CIN
12. Chicago Bears vs. MIN
13. Buffalo Bills vs. DET
14. New England Patriots vs. PIT
15. Green Bay Packers at NYJ
16. Arizona Cardinals vs. SEA
17. Indianapolis Colts at KC
18. Kansas City Chiefs vs. IND
19. Baltimore Ravens vs. NO
20. Dallas Cowboys vs. WAS
21. Washington Commanders at DAL
22. Los Angeles Chargers vs. LV
23. Los Angeles Rams vs. NYG
24. New York Giants at LAR
25. Las Vegas Raiders at LAC
26. Cleveland Browns at TB
27. Atlanta Falcons vs. CAR
28. New Orleans Saints at BAL
29. Philadelphia Eagles at TEN
30. Miami Dolphins at SF
31. Tennessee Titans vs. PHI
32. Carolina Panthers at ATL

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