Fantasy Football Week 17 Rankings: Defense

Nottingham Forest Manager Praises Team's Character Nottingham Forest manager Nuno Espirito Santo commended his players for their "character" following an "improved performance" in their recent match, despite the team dropping points in the chase for a Champions League spot. The match ended in a 1-1 draw against Crystal Palace at Selhurst Park. Santo's remarks highlight the team's resilience and progress, even as they face challenges in their quest for higher league placements. Full Article

Nikola Jokic delivered an impressive performance with 42 points and 22 rebounds, leading the Nuggets to a thrilling 121-119 comeback victory over the top-seeded Thunder in Game 1 of their Western Conference semifinal series. Aaron Gordon made a crucial 3-pointer in the closing seconds to secure the win for Denver. This victory marks a significant start for the Nuggets in the playoff series against a formidable opponent. Full Article

A 20-year-old man, Kavan Markwood, who fell from a 21-foot-high wall at PNC Park during a Pittsburgh Pirates game, has taken his first steps in recovery but faces significant challenges ahead, including injuries to his neck, clavicle, and back. The incident occurred during the seventh inning of a game against the Chicago Cubs, and Markwood was initially in critical condition at Allegheny General Hospital. A GoFundMe page for his medical expenses has raised nearly $41,000,...

Kavan Markwood, a 20-year-old man who fell 21 feet onto the warning track during a Pittsburgh Pirates game, took his first steps since the incident on Monday, as reported by GoFundMe organizer Jennifer Phillips. Markwood, who remains in critical condition with serious injuries including a broken neck, was initially declared awake and alert after his fall from the bleachers at PNC Park. Phillips noted that while Markwood has shown strength in his recovery, he still...

Jared Curtis gave Georgia Bulldogs head coach Kirby Smart a scare before officially committing to the team on May 5, after briefly reopening his recruitment last October. The No. 1 ranked quarterback in the 247Sports Composite for the class of 2026, Curtis excelled at Nashville Christian, leading them to a state championship with impressive stats, including 40 passing touchdowns and 18 rushing touchdowns. Joining a competitive quarterback room, Curtis is excited to adapt to Georgia's...

The Oklahoma City Thunder will face the Denver Nuggets in Game 1 of their Round 2 playoff series on Monday, seeking to take the series lead. The Thunder, having swept the Memphis Grizzlies, are returning after a nine-day break, while the Nuggets come in fresh off a 120-101 victory over the LA Clippers just one day prior. The game will be broadcast on TNT and truTV starting at 8:30 p.m. CT, with injury updates noting...