Defense Analysis: NFL Week 12

Elite Plays

The Cardinals are on the road, but that's roughly the only knock against them this week. They're also the only double-digit favorites this week. In two games with Blaine Gabbert as a starting quarterback, the 49ers have totaled 30 points. Basically, with a season-long average of 13.9 points per game, they've only been incrementally better with the former Jaguar at quarterback. The 49ers are tied for the seventh most sacks allowed (30) and Gabbert has thrown two interceptions (both in Week 9) as a starter. The Cardinals rank in the top 10 in yards allowed per play and turnovers forced, and they lead the league in points scored per game. The offense is capable of providing the defense a big lead, and if Gabbert is put in predictable passing situations, as the spread suggests he will be, the fantasy scoring upside is immense for this group.

Ownership Estimates:

FanDuel

Cash: 10-20%

GPP: 7-17%

DraftKings

Cash: 15-25%

GPP: 10-20%