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Defenses may not win championships, but it sure helps to have one of the best defenses in today’s NFL. The Philadelphia Eagles are a prime example of this. Fresh off their first ever Super Bowl title, most of the focus has been on Carson Wentz and the team’s offense. But what about a defense that finished in the top five last season?The same can pretty much be said for the New England Patriots. Certainly, Tom Brady is the primary reason this franchise continues to find itself in championship contention. All the while, New England’s defense has finished in the top 10 in points allowed each of the past six seasons.With up-and-coming squads such as the Vikings, Jaguars and Rams boasting top-level defenses, the tide has turned around the league. It’s in this that we rank each team’s defense heading into the 2018 season.32. New York Giants This unit took a major step back last season, ranking 31st in total defense and in the bottom five in points allowed. Cornerback Eli Apple struggled, both on and off the field.
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