5 Players With Favorable Fantasy Football Playoff Schedules
DeSean Jackson, WR, Tampa Bay Buccaneers
In Weeks 14 through 16, the Buccaneers take on the Detroit Lions, the Falcons, and the Carolina Panthers. Here is a look at where those three defenses ranked last season:
| Team | Rec Yards Allowed | NFL Rank | Rec TD Allowed | NFL Rank |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Detroit | 4,136 | 18th | 33 | 31st |
| Atlanta | 4,495 | 28th | 31 | 28th |
| Carolina | 4,561 | 29th | 27 | 20th |
Even if these defenses improve slightly this season, DeSean Jackson has performed well against mediocre pass defenses, according to the Rotoviz Game Splits App.
Jackson has averaged more than a point better in games against pass defenses in the bottom half of the NFL. Jackson is a decent value -- since he is being drafted 36th among wide receivers -- and his potentially high-scoring playoff schedule makes him even more of a target in drafts.
The Bucs wide receivers are looking at a friendly playoff schedule, so Mike Evans also qualifies for this category.
