5 NFL Teams to Target on Defense for Week 1 DFS Contests

5 NFL Teams to Target on Defense for Week 1 DFS Contests

Four games are currently coming in below the DFS "threshold". The Cleveland Browns @ Jacksonville Jaguars and the New York Jets @ Tennessee Titans have actually moved up a point.

The New York Jets @ Tennessee Titans matchup has garnered significant attention due to the teams' defensive overhauls. The Titans hired defensive-minded head coach Robert Saleh, who will retain the defensive play-calling. Saleh's schemes prioritize a fast, penetrating front four to generate pressure without relying on heavy blitzing.

The Titans' 2025 stats show they allowed 28.1 points per game, ranking 28th. They also allowed 111.6 rushing yards per game, ranking 14th. In contrast, the Jets allowed 29.6 points per game, ranking 31st, and 139.5 rushing yards per game, ranking 29th.

Tennessee Titans' head coach Robert Saleh traditionally employs an "aggressive attacking style." His schemes rely almost entirely on the front four winning their one-on-one matchups. The secondary usually consists of two-high safety shells pre-snap, rotating a safety down post-snap to confuse the quarterback and counter play action.

The Jets, on the other hand, prioritized fixing their defense this year. They acquired free-agency signings, including DT T'Vondre Sweat, LB Demario Davis, S Minkah Fitzpatrick, and first-round pick David Bailey. The Jets aim to improve their pass defense, which allowed 7.5 yards per pass attempt last season.

The matchup between the Jets and Titans will be a test of both teams' defenses. The Titans' new scheme, led by head coach Robert Saleh, will face off against the Jets' revamped defense. The outcome of this game will be closely watched, as it could have significant implications for both teams' success in the 2026 season.

The New York Jets @ Tennessee Titans matchup is set to take place on Week 1, with the Titans currently favored by 2.5 points.


Source: Yahoo Sports