ClutchPoints analyst Douglas Fritz has released his Week 9 2026 NFL fantasy football recommendations for defense and special teams units. The start'em, sit'em column provides guidance for fantasy managers deciding which D/ST units to start or bench in their lineups for the upcoming weekend of games.
Fritz's analysis covers matchup advantages, recent defensive performance trends, turnover potential, and special teams scoring opportunities across the league's Week 9 schedule. The column aims to help fantasy players optimize their roster decisions at the often-overlooked D/ST position.



