## The Top Week 3 NFL Defenses to Consider and Avoid Week 3 of the NFL season will be full of exciting match ups and intriguing inter-divisional rivalries. Some teams’ defenses have looked solid, while others have underwhelmed. Here's a list of the best and worst Week 3 defenses to consider and avoid for any leagues you may have drafted. ### Top Defenses - **Tennessee Titans** - The Titans have been a top-ten defense since the addition of Jeffery Simmons. - They have had a phenomenal pass rush and have forced 8 turnovers in 2 games. - They play the Las Vegas Raiders who have struggled to move the ball this season. - **Buffalo Bills** - The Bills have been one of the most consistent defenses in the NFL the last 3 years. - They have forced 7 turnovers and have only allowed one touchdown this season. - They play the Miami Dolphins who are starting their backup QB. - **New York Giants** - The Giants have been a surprise this year, holding their opponents to 13 points per game. - A lot of their success has been due to their pass rush which has 8 sacks already. - They face the Carolina Panthers who haven’t been able to protect their QB. ### Avoid these Defenses - **Baltimore Ravens** - One of the most disappointing defenses to start the year. - They have allowed 6.9 yards per carry and haven’t forced a turnover. - This week they face the New England Patriots who have one of the best offenses in the NFL. - **Arizona Cardinals** - The Cardinals brought in JJ Watt in the offseason to bolster their pass rush. - The pass rush has been non-existent and the Cardinals have only one sack on the season. - They face the Los Angeles Rams who have one of the best offenses in the NFL. - **New Orleans Saints** - The Saints defense has struggled to get off the field on third down and have given up huge plays. - They play the Carolina Panthers who have a lot of offensive weapons.
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