This year the Dallas Technology Center collected detailed offense and defense data along with the win-loss records of teams while running the simulation of multiple seasons.
Scoring
The Carolina Panther defense stands out in the league, allowing only 13.2 points per game. Washington is a full 1.5 points behind at 14.7 points per game, followed by San Diego and Cleveland who come in at just under 16 points.
vs Running Game
The Panthers, Falcons and Giants have the top run stuffing defenses along with San Diego and Detroit who are showing a knack for keeping opponents from scoring on the ground.
vs Passing Game
The Cleveland Browns join Carolina with suppressing passing attacks. Carolina appears to have the more balanced air defense while Cleveland gets the job done with superior sack power. Washington and San Diego are among the top passing defenses as well.
Miscellaneous
Atlanta and Kansas City are the turnover kings.
Best Red Zone teams are Atlanta, Chicago, and Kansas City
