As Pro Football Focus noted, the matchup to watch in Week 9 is actually the Bears' run defense against Chase Brown and the Bengals' rushing attack.

As Paul 'Bear' Bryant claimed, "Offense sells tickets, but defense wins championships." It's one of the oldest adages of gridiron football because it's true.

The traditional numbers suggest the Packers have a strong run-stopping unit, allowing just 89.4 rushing yards per game. However, despite being a top-10 defense by DVOA per FTN Fantasy, the Packers currently rank 19th against the run.

The Dallas Cowboys must prioritize the defensive side of the ball during the next offseason. Throughout the first eight games of the year, they've been exposed

After finishing as the second-best run defense in yards per game (93.4) a year ago, Minnesota sits in the bottom 10 this season (130.4 YPG).

For the third consecutive season, the New York Giants are 2-7, their season seemingly over by the start of November. The Giants have experienced many ups and downs this year, including blown leads, rookie standouts,

Playoff contenders across the league could use more depth on the defensive line. Here are eight names who could move at the deadline.

The Bears have tried going for the homerun swings in free agency, or by finding a value later in the draft. They need to invest in an edge rusher with a first-round pick, and Keldric Faulk is perfect. A unique blend of speed and power that can both rush the passer, but also stop the run.

The NFL has reached its halfway point in the regular season. So, who is in line to win the 2025 NFL Defensive Player of the Year award?

Pundits contend concerns about the trenches remain for the Ravens. The Ravens get a below-average midseason grade but are still a popular pick to win the AFC North.