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Fantasy Football Pass/Run Funnel Report: Defenses to exploit in Week 8

2YBAT6K Denver Broncos wide receiver Troy Franklin (16) runs the ball in front of New Orleans Saints cornerback Kool-Aid McKinstry (14) during an NFL football game, Thursday, Oct. 17, 2024, in New Orleans. (AP Photo/Tyler Kaufman)

Denver Broncos vs. Carolina Panthers Pass and Run Funnel: Denver’s skill position players are suddenly fantasy-relevant against Carolina.

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Identifying exploitable defensive units allows for creative re-draft and daily fantasy sports (DFS) roster constructions, particularly when a plus matchup is not readily apparent. The article below breaks down three NFL defenses that profile as either a pass funnel, run funnel or both for Week 8 by using the defensive expected points added (EPA) allowed per play graphic below as a baseline. These exploitable matchups should be targeted in both half-points-per-reception (half-PPR) and PPR scoring formats unless otherwise stated.


Denver Broncos vs. Carolina Panthers Pass and Run Funnel

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